Teen librarian

Classification: Teen Librarian

Location: Downtown Library; Young Peoples Services

Job Grade: 5 $44158 - $61797

Job Category: A Full-time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports to: Department Head MLS Young Peoples Services

SUMMARY

The Teen Librarian considers the needs and interests of teens in the community in order to provide teen services through collection development, programming, and outreach while creating a helpful, welcoming environment for all library visitors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

ORGANIZATION-WIDE EXPECTATIONS

1. Follows established Library and personnel policy, procedures and work standards
2. Attends work regularly, on time, and as scheduled
3. Exhibits welcoming, helpful, positive and friendly behavior to all patrons, staff and guests at all times in all communications formats (verbal and non-verbal)
4. Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information
5. Regularly monitors Library communication venues including but not limited to employee email, staff bulletin boards and the intranet
6. Participates in meetings, conferences, continuing education, community engagement, and special projects as required by the Elkhart Public Library or as dictated by professional commitment
7. Addresses, or assists in addressing, issues and concerns related to the safety of Library staff and users as well as the security and maintenance of Library buildings and equipment

JOB-SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITY

1. Provides customer service at public desks, assisting and instructing patrons in the use of Library tools, technologies and resources
2. Plans, prepares, promotes and participates in programs for teens, both in the Library and in the community, as approved by the Department Head and the Program Planning Committee
3. Regularly responds to questions and offers readers advisory services in all formats
4. Selects, orders and maintains materials and collections for teens and other areas as assigned
5. Develops relationships with other organizations in the community serving teens and seeks ways to bring the Library to teens outside the Library
6. Maintains an inviting, stimulating environment within the Teen Area by providing a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere along with book displays, passive programs, and opportunities for positive interactions with staff
7. Performs designated clerical, administrative, and specialty focus area duties per specified Teen Librarian Work Instructions

WORK CONDITIONS

• Full-time (including evenings and weekends)
• Frequent local travel, occasional long distance travel

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Masters degree from an American Library Association accredited school strongly preferred; consideration will be given to a Bachelors degree in a related field and proven work experience with the targeted audience
• Appropriate Indiana Certification for Public Library Professionals, or will obtain certification within six (6) months of hire
• Minimum of two (2) years professional (public preferred) library experience strongly preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Ability to learn and adapt
• Ability to deal tactfully and courteously in person and on the telephone with people of all ages in a business and public service context, and with professional colleagues
• A thorough knowledge of modern library systems, materials, services, programs and equipment, along with selection, acquisition and classifications of collections and the ability to apply that knowledge
• Broad knowledge in general subject areas as well as knowledge of popular culture, authors, books, reader interests, reading levels and other media
• Knowledge of adolescent development and behavior, as well as the specific needs and issues facing the current generation of teens
• Ability to conduct an effective reference interview, provide reference assistance and readers advisory services in all formats and utilize reference materials to assist patrons
• Above-average computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software in a Windows environment, along with basic Internet research capabilities
• Basic mathematical skills
• Ability to recognize and define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Above-average written and oral language and communication skills
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and business correspondence, along with general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures and/or governmental regulations
• Ability to effectively write reports, business correspondence and procedural or technical manuals
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from Library personnel and the general public in one-to-one and group situations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to speak, hear and see
• Ability to sit or stand for an extended length of time
• Ability to occasionally reach with hands and arms
• Ability to occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crawl
• Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 40 pounds

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None

SALARY AND BENEFITS

• See Elkhart Public Library Wage Schedule
• See Elkhart Public Library electronic Employee Handbook

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. The above statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities that may be performed by a qualified applicant or individual with a disability. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EOE