[Libs-Or] Job Posting: Youth Services Librarian, Driftwood Public Library, Lincoln City, OR

[Kirsten Brodbeck-Kenney]

Youth Librarian/Lead Worker

Driftwood Public Library



$27.35 - $34.90 per hour

AFSCME Union, Grade 13 (Exempt)



Open Until Filled

First Look:  August 30, 2021



Are you an excellent communicator who loves working with children and youth?  Lincoln City has a great opportunity for employment in a customer service position with the Driftwood Public Library!  Join the team as the Youth Librarian and you will get to plan, coordinate, implement, and evaluate programming for children and youth Library patrons. This includes acquisition, development and management of the children and teen fiction and non-fiction collections.

Must be able to work evenings and weekends.  This is a full-time/exempt, AFSCME-represented position, with benefits.

Youth Librarianship and working with youth is a highly specialized field requiring extensive education from a school accredited by the American Library Association (ALA).  Prior experience, along with related and/or relevant education will be taken into consideration during applicant evaluation.

Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check, and be able to work with children.  Please see full job description for a complete range of duties and scope of work.

TO APPLY:

     *   Complete the City's online application at www.lincolncity.org<http://www.lincolncity.org>.
     *   A résumé and a cover letter expressing your interest and highlighting your qualifications is required.

All items must be included with your application by 5:00 p.m. on August 30, 2021 for consideration in the first round of applications.

Questions about the recruitment should be directed to:

Abigail Edwards, Director of Human Resources

aedwards at lincolncity.org<mailto:adonowho at lincolncity.org>

541-996-1201

  *   Requirements

JOB QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS: Possess a broad knowledge of the methods, principles, practices and philosophy of public library operations and service to youth. A Masters of Library Science Degree from an ALA accredited school and at least one year of experience in library operations in a children's area or other work directly with children, or any satisfactory combination of experience and training that demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the above duties. Broad knowledge of age-specific library patrons, youth behaviors and interests, library operations and capabilities, youth literature, publicity, reference services, and program planning principles and techniques. Excellent communication in a customer service environment, time management, problem-solving and organizational skills. Must be able to work evenings and weekends.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/LICENSES: Possession of valid OR driver's license. Must be able to independently operate a mini-van.

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS: Bilingual (English/Spanish). Possession of a CPR/First Aid card.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF POSITION: While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, communicate, reach and manipulate objects, tools or controls.  The position requires mobility. Duties involve moving materials weighing up to 20 pounds on a regular basis and may infrequently require moving materials weighing up to 70 pounds.  Manual dexterity and coordination are required over 50% of the work period while operating library and standard office equipment, e.g. computer keyboard, etc. Duties also involve travel to other work locations on an occasional basis.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Usual office working conditions. The noise level in the work area is typical of most office environments with telephones, personal interruptions and background noises.

  *   Summary

PURPOSE OF POSITION: Deliver excellent customer service by planning, coordinating, implementing and evaluating programming for children and youth customers of the Library. This includes acquisition, development and management of the children and teen fiction and non-fiction collections. Represent the Library in a positive and professional manner at all times.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:  Develop, coordinate, and implement programming services for children and youth (ages 0-18) within the community by researching and identifying customer needs, developing and scheduling events, including virtual events.

In a lead capacity, assist the leadership team by training, scheduling, determining work to be performed in specifically designated areas, assign and review work at the direction of the Library Director, provide input in the hiring and performance evaluation of team.

Respond to escalated questions, resolve problems and assist employees and patrons when both the Circulation Supervisor and the Library Director are out of the Library.

Market and promote children and youth programs/events by creating marketing materials and distributing them to schools, the media and the community.

Recommend new materials in all formats for the children and youth collection. Make recommendations to the Library Director for establishing policies and procedures relating to program area. Develop, classify and manage collection, and discard outdated or worn resources.

Act as liaison between Library and local schools. Conduct visits to promote reading and use of the Library by children and youth.  Conduct tours for lower grade classes and prepare special events appropriate to program area. Write articles related to program area, including newsletters, professional journals and newspapers.

Interact with other staff to exchange information and plan activities relating to other Library areas.

Design optimum arrangement and decor in children and youth areas for positive learning, safety, and comfort for young patrons.

Assist with the opening or closing of the Library.

Use Microsoft Word and Excel and other City programs and systems to perform job duties. This includes using the Library's e-mail system to engage in appropriate and professional communications internally and externally as needed to perform job duties.

Maintain professional, respectful, productive and cooperative working relationships with City staff, other organizations and the general public. Lead meetings as needed.

Follow all safety rules and procedures for work areas. Correct and/or report unsafe conditions to appropriate personnel.

Other related duties as assigned.

AUXILIARY JOB FUNCTIONS:  Aid other staff as workload and staffing levels dictate.  Maintain proficiency by attending training, reading materials and meeting with others, including regional, state and national professional library and public administration organizations. Serve on committees as assigned. Maintain work areas in a clean and orderly manner. Write grants for library funding. Operate van library to deliver appropriate services to public served.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None. Acts in a lead capacity as needed.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of the Library Director.


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Kirsten Brodbeck-Kenney
LIBRARY DIRECTOR
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
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City of Lincoln City  |  Driftwood Public Library
801 SW Hwy 101 Ste 201  |  Lincoln City, OR
P: 541.996-1251
E: kbrodbeck-kenney at lincolncity.org<mailto:kbrodbeck-kenney at lincolncity.org>  | W: driftwoodlib.org

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