Scotch Plains: F/T Parental Leave Librarian I, Youth Services (Temporary) 

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The Scotch Plains Public Library is seeking a motivated, passionate Full-Time Youth Services Librarian. This position includes one evening (Thursday) per week and one Saturday shift per month. 

Essential responsibilities: 

  • Provide reference services and reader’s advisory to youth, caregivers, educators and the general public

  • Work collaboratively with the Head of Youth Services and other Youth Services Librarians to develop, promote and facilitate daily and monthly programs

  • Assist in maintaining assigned collections within Youth Services including adding items to the collection and running collection reports.

  • Write and design publicity for the library’s weekly newsletter and social media accounts 

  • Experience using web-based applications (Wordpress) highly desirable

  • Work independently and in a collaborative environment as needed

  • Report monthly statistics 

  • Readily undertake other duties as assigned 

Desired Experience:

  • Previous experience working with either Early Literacy and/or Middle or High School Students

Job Type:

  • Temporary, anticipated end date March 17, 2023

Interested candidates should send their resume and cover letter to Lanora Melillo, Head of Youth Services at lmelillo [at] scotlib.org by Friday, October 6th.