Job Offer: Staff Librarian, Teen Services, Youth Services:City Of Cambridge
Job description:
Cambridge residents are especially encouraged to apply. Department: Libraries listing title: Staff Librarian, Teen Services, Youth Services Job Code: L412-731 Civil Service Position: Non Civil Service position Union Affiliation: CPLSA, Local 4928 Hours Per Week: 37.5 hours. Monday and Thursday 9:30-6, Tuesday and Wednesday 10:30-7, Friday 8:30-5. Every 3rd Saturday rotation 8:30-5 with Friday off for Saturday.
ESSENTIAL tasks AND Job responsibilities: Deliver outstanding library services in a diverse community to patrons of all ages, especially teens (ages 12-18) and youth. Perform professional reference, readers' advisory, collection development, programming, and outreach activities. »Anti-Racism, Equity, and Inclusion: Perform all tasks with cultural consciousness and humility, recognition of historic and institutional systems of oppression and their impact, and an active commitment to providing equitable services to marginalized or underserved populations in Cambridge. »Direct Patron Service: Provide professional readers' advisory, reference services, technology instruction and assistance, and circulation services to the public. Develop and maintain skills in a wide variety of resources, especially literature and media for youth and new and emerging technology. Communicate and apply library policies and procedures; address and resolve patron issues. »Collections: Select, evaluate, and maintain collections in conformity with the library collection development policy and allocated budgets. Actively promote library resources through programming, merchandizing, and creating book lists, resource guides, and displays. May process deliveries and shelve materials. »Programs and Services: Develop, present, and evaluate engaging library programs and services for teens, both independently and collaboratively, taking into consideration principles of youth development; community assets; and the diverse educational, recreational, and personal needs of local teens. »Outreach and Community Engagement: Raise consciousness and knowledge of library services in the larger community. Create and maintain effective relationships with other agencies, institutions, and organizations serving youth and families. Conduct regular outreach to outside groups and host library visits and tours for student and community groups. »leadership abilities and Project Management: Champion library initiatives and strategic priorities and foster a culture that embraces change, innovation, and continuous improvement. Work effectively with the Youth Services team and with colleagues in other departments. Participate in and may lead trainings and workgroups to develop library projects, plans, and initiatives. May supervise the unit in the absence of senior staff, supervise pages and mentor and train other staff. » May perform other tasks as required for the good of the Library. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to execute essential functions.
MINIMUM Requirements: Master's degree from an ALA-accredited MLS program and practice working with teens and diverse populations is required. practice working in public libraries or other community settings is highly desirable. Professional librarian practice and fluency in a language in addition to English are desirable. In exceptional instances, specialized education, training and/or practice may be substituted for part or all of the required elements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: » Knowledge and knowledge of the Library's mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities. » Commitment to doing all work through a lens of diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism » Exceptional customer service skills and commitment to public service. » Demonstrated capability to work in a diverse community and with individuals who may be experiencing hardships that impact their behavior. » Effective communication and interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and a positive attitude. » Sound judgment and strong problem-solving skills; flexibility and adaptcapability in stressful situations and times of change. » Demonstrated capability to work both independently and as part of larger department and system teams. » Broad knowledge and appreciation of literature and media for youth, digital resources, and new and emerging technology; demonstrated capability to operate and instruct others in the use of library resources, equipment, software, and systems. » Knowledge of developmental principles, materials and current issues related to serving youth and teens; demonstrated capability to apply this knowledge to program and service design and to establish positive relationships with youth. » Reference, readers' advisory, programming, outreach, and project management knowledge and capability.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: capability to operate standard office equipment; transport carts of materials which can weigh more than 100 pounds across a level floor or on a ramp; carry baskets of materials weighing up to 30 pounds; pay attention to details and concentrate on tasks despite frequent interruptions and moderate noise levels; communicate effectively and exchange accurate information with coworkers and members of the public; read and organize written material; place library materials on shelves or carts which can be located at floor level or overhead. WORK ENVIRONMENT : Work in assigned area, including office areas, training rooms, library locations, as needed. Normal office exposure to noise, stress, and interruptions. RATE: $31.64 per hour to $36.12 per hour in five steps
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Internal candidates submit a job bidding form and 2 copies of both your resume and cover letter; external candidates submit both your resume and cover letter via email to: employment@cambridgema.gov or to the Personnel Dept, Room 309, City Hall, 795 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge MA 02139. Fax 617-349-4312 . Resume and cover letter requested by 12/21/21. Position will remain open until filled.
THE CITY OF CAMBRIDGE IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. WOMEN, MINORITIES, VETERANS, MEMBERS OF THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY, AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. THE CITY IS COMMITTED TO ADVANCING A WORKFORCE CULTURE OF ANTIRACISM, DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION. CITY OF CAMBRIDGE RESIDENTS ESPECIALLY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
