The City of Nashua is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our Nashua Public Library as a Teen Librarian (Reference Librarian) in the Youth Services Department! Take your career to the next level with us as opportunities for growth and development await!
JOB SUMMARY AND RESPONSIBILITIES As part of the youth services team, this position assists customers at the teen and children’s service desks. Participates in print and digital collection development. Plans timely and innovative programs for teens. Collaborates with the children’s librarian to serve tweens. Contributes to the department’s web presence and social media efforts. Serves as a liaison to staff at local secondary schools. Plans and participates in community engagement activities with schools and community-based organizations. Performs other tasks as assigned. This is a full-time 40 hours per week position with a schedule including at least one evening and weekends in rotation. This position is part of Local 4831 and has a salary ranging from $51,295 to $58,805, depending on education and experience.
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of Master’s Degree from an ALA accredited institution and 2 years public library experience OR BS/BA and 3-5 years related experience in a public library setting
Ability to work as part of a team in a busy public library and interact with a diverse public in a welcoming and respectful way
Thorough understanding of adolescent development and advance knowledge of library services to teens
A strong knowledge of tween and teen literature
Proficiency and experience with MS Office and demonstrated ability and interest in using computers, Internet, mobile and emerging technologies as it relates to resources for services for youth and caregivers
The successful candidate must enjoy working directly with teens