Young Adult Librarian / Specialist II - Melrose Library

Company: New York Public Library
Location: New York
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

Young Adult Librarian / Specialist II - Melrose LibraryDepartment: Branch LibrariesEmployment Type: Full TimeLocation: Melrose LibraryReporting To: Sabrina SewardCompensation: $60,574 / yearDescription
OverviewThe New York Public Library (NYPL) has been an essential provider of free books, information, ideas, and education for all New Yorkers for more than 100 years. NYPL's neighborhood libraries in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island-many of which date to Andrew Carnegie's visionary philanthropy at the turn of the 20th century-are being transformed into true centers of educational innovation and service, and vital community hubs that provide far more than just free books and materials.
The Young Adult Services (YAS) Department has developed a vision for teen services called "Teens 360". The goal is to surround teens with the spaces, resources, programming, relationships, and opportunities they need to not just succeed, but to thrive.The Library is seeking Young Adult Librarians/Specialist II's who will focus on bringing new middle and high school audiences into NYPL's branches, and on engaging youth in programming that centers teen interests and teen voice. They will empower teens to become creative thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers, and resourceful users of information. Successful candidates will embody each of these four characteristics themselves.

*The is currently closed for renovation with an anticipated reopening date of Spring 2024. While the library is closed, the Young Adult Librarian / Specialist II will be stationed at the . In addition to performing their job responsibilities at the Sedgwick Library, the Young Adult Librarian / Specialist II will be required to assist the Melrose Library's team in offering library programs and services to the Melrose Community.

ResponsibilitiesUnder the supervision of the Library Manager, the Young Adult Librarian/Specialist II:

• 
  
• Creates a space, in collaboration with Library staff, that is teen-centered, welcoming, and encourages emotional, social, and intellectual growth, building a sense of teen belonging.
  
• Provides reference services and resource recommendations using print, media and digital resources
  
• Collaborates with the Youth Educational Services Department to develop, promote and facilitate innovative programs to build literacy and a love of reading to meet the expressed and anticipated needs of the community's teens, parents and childcare providers, including programs, visual and performing arts programming, STEM programs, summer reading events, and a variety of other programs both in the Library and throughout the community
  
• Develop and modify, in collaboration with Library staff, flexible programs that engage and sustain teens in content creation while developing marketable skills.
  
• Operate and inventory a variety of site-specific equipment including but not limited to desktop and laptop computers (PC and Mac), printers, cameras, music-making tools, 3D printers, vinyl cutters, and microphones.
  
• Provide teens with regular opportunities to showcase their work digitally and in print.
  
• Partners with the collection development team to shape and maintain the Young Adult's collection ensuring it is diverse, current, relevant and meets the needs of the community
  
• Works to engage teens with the collection in ways that allow them to follow their interests and discover new ones
  
• Conducts outreach to and develops partnerships with community-based organizations, schools, and community groups that target teens to promote the library's services (e.g., MyLibraryNYC, the Library's partnership with NYC schools), collections, specialized programs and resources to enhance the reading skills of children and teens
  
• Encourages digital literacy and provides age-appropriate technology instruction to children and teens
  
• Develops and maintains content for social media platforms such as Library blogs, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr and Pinterest
  
• Develops and maintains the layout and appearance of the teen's space ensuring a safe and inviting area filled with relevant resources
  
• Mentors library staff in preparing and presenting teen's programs
  
• Assists with circulation, fines & fees management, reserves and opening/closing procedures
  
• May take responsibility for the facility, staff and operations in the absence of the Library Manager
  
• Maintains a working knowledge of trends in young adult literature, youth services and the profession through webinars, meetings, internal training, conferences, professional literature and organizational memberships
  
• Performs related duties as required
  Required Education, Experience & SkillsRequired Education & Certifications
  • 
    
  • Master's degree in Library and Information Studies, Education, or a related field
    
  • Public Librarian's Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York will be required (within 45 days upon hire) for any candidate with a Master's in Library and Information Studies
    Required Experience
    • Knowledge of emerging library technologies, service and programming trends for young adults in urban public libraries preferredRequired Skills
      • 
        
      • Strong commitment to public service and the ability to work well with a diverse patronage
        
      • Experience creating and conducting a variety of innovative programs for Young Adults
        
      • Knowledge and appreciation of Young Adult literature, audiovisual materials, computer resources, and other materials that constitute a balanced, relevant youth collection
        
      • Experience developing, maintaining and marketing Young Adult collections
        
      • Experience building partnerships with local organizations and schools to better meet the needs of community users
        
      • Demonstrated interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
        
      • Successfully demonstrated ability to work as part of a team
        
      • Strong organization and planning skills, including the ability to perform multiple projects or tasks simultaneously
        
      • Strong computer and other related technology skills, including MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Google applications, PCs, Macs and e-reader devices
        
      • Demonstrated knowledge of computer services including online searching, social media, reference resources and databases
        Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities
        • May temporarily oversee the library in the absence of the Library ManagerMore...
          Core ValuesAll team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:
          
          • 
            
          • Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues
            
          • Be Resourceful in solving problems
            
          • Be Curious in all aspects of your work
            
          • Be Welcoming and Inclusive
            
            Work Environment
            • Multiple locations across NYPL branchesPhysical Duties
              • 
                
              • May require lifting up to 15 lbs
                
              • Sitting and standing for periods of time
                
              • Daily use of a computer
                
                Pre-Placement Physical Required?NoUnion/Non Union Local 1930FLSA StatusNon-ExemptSchedule
                
                • 35 hours per week to be scheduled during regular .

Keywords: New York Public Library, New York , Young Adult Librarian / Specialist II - Melrose Library, Other , New York, New York