Teen Services Librarian

POSITION TITLE: Teen Services Librarian, Hoboken Public Library
SCHEDULE: Salaried full time position (35 hours) including days, evenings and weekend hours as needed.
POSITION DESCRIPTION: Full-time vacancy available for an energetic, team-oriented Teen Services Librarian with a strong public service commitment. The Teen Services Librarian, under the supervision of the Youth Services Manager provides library, reference and reader's advisory services for all age groups utilizing print and electronic resources. Develops, maintains, and promotes the Teen collection in all library locations. Constant contact and collaboration with young adults (Grades 6 - 12) including those with diverse backgrounds and abilities.
Maintains the attractive appearance of the young adult room/area through appropriate displays Plans, conducts, schedules, and evaluates age-appropriate programs and class visits for young adults Grades 6-12 and their educators. Visits schools, neighborhood organizations, community meetings and participates in community affairs.
DUTIES:
The following responsibilities are intended to provide an overview of duties associated with the position, not an exhaustive list of specific requirements. Employees will be expected to perform related duties associated with the purpose of their position not described here.
 Conducts regular community needs assessments to identify teen needs, in order to created tailored services and programs to address identified needs.
 Provides prompt, courteous and direct assistance to all patrons with basic information regarding use of library materials, equipment, and services.
 Ensures the library's collections include relevant print and digital resources aimed at the specific interests and needs of the teens in the community.
 Curates content, including digital resources and special collections, for and with teen patrons, based on teen needs and interests.
 Adopts a connected learning approach to presenting programs, classes and events for and with teens so that they educate, inform and inspire.
 Plans, implements and evaluates library programs and services which fulfill the diverse educational, recreational and personal needs of local teens.
 Instructs teens and caregivers in information gathering, research skills and digital literacy skills.
 Leverages community experts, coaches and mentors for services and programs in order to meet teen need and interests
 Adopts a community engagement mindset and develops and maintains effective relationships with schools, community groups, agencies and non-profits that target youth in order to plan and deliver programs and services that meet local teen needs and interests.
 As opportunities arise, educate the public about the value of public libraries and the profession. Creatively promote library services and the profession.
 Coordinates daily activities of staff and volunteers assigned to teen services.
 Takes a leadership role in developing, implementing and evaluating the overall teen services program.
 Attends and participates in professional library conferences, seminars, and network committees; reads professional literature; attends and participates in staff meeting discussions.
 Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:
 Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program required.
 One or more years of professional experience in a library setting, with supervisory or administrative experience preferred.
 Experience in working for and with young adults (ages 12 to 18).
 Professional librarian certification for the State of New Jersey
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
 Knowledge of developmental, recreational and educational needs of young adults.
 Knowledge of current trends in library services for and with young adults.
 Knowledge of standard library procedures, current information technology, Internet and database search capabilities.
 Knowledge of connected learning and ability to design programs that embed connected learning principles.
 Knowledge of best practices in teen services, including guidelines and standards published by ALA, YALSA and other recognized organizations.
 Knowledge of best practices in community assessment and engagement.
 Knowledge of effective practices in evaluation and outcomes measurement.
 Cultural competence skills.
ABILITIES:
 Ability to communicate effectively with others, orally and in writing, including through email.
 Ability to identify and translate young adult needs and interests into effective library services and programs.
 Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, patrons, user groups, community organizations, volunteer groups and to serve the public courteously.
 Able to recognize and set priorities, and to use initiative and independent judgment in a variety of situations.
 Able to learn and stay current with emerging technology, including digital media.
 Must be able to speak distinctly to large groups.
 Must be available to work evenings and weekends.
 Bilingual skills highly desirable.
 Hudson County residency preferred.
Salary: $57,945.
Please send your resume & cover letter to the attention of the Assistant Director
rosary.vaningen [at] hoboken.bccls.org
Please note that this position is subject to the NJ First Act, requiring public employees to
establish residency in the State of New Jersey. See N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70) for
further information.
Applications close: 1/31/22 11:55 PM Eastern Daylight Time