Children's Librarian 1 – Branch Services

This recruitment will be used to fill full-time Civil Service vacancies within the library system as they become available. These positions travel to different branch libraries each week to perform basic professional library duties involved in providing general reference and reader’s advisory services to the public in the children’s department of branch services. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to relate in a friendly and open manner with children and parents; an energetic and willing desire to assist using library services and facilities; ability to build relationships and outreach to schools and a great display of enthusiasm for creating innovative programs and services for children through the library.  

A city with a great library is a great city, and that’s very true for Nashville. With nearly three million visits per year — and a collection of almost two million items — Nashville Public Library (NPL) is Music City’s gateway to lifelong learning, growth, and community connection. Our one-of-a-kind Civil Rights Room and Votes for Women Room bring visitors together to explore the history of civil rights and plot a course for our shared future. Our lauded Wishing Chair Productions puppet shows and story times delight audiences of all ages with stories that make them laugh, love, and grow. Meanwhile, initiatives like Studio NPL, Bringing Books to Life, Seed Exchange, Be Well at NPL, and Digital Inclusion connect Nashvillians with resources from across our 21-location system to learn new skills, enrich their quality of life, and forge long-lasting friendships. If you have a passion for helping people, love books and learning, and desire to be part of a team that does transformative work every day, then NPL just might be the place for you.

• Assists the public with the use of library materials and equipment.
• Plans, develops, and implements library programs at the library and/or off-site at community outreach engagements.
• Processes reserves on books and intra-library loans for patrons.
• Performs various lead duties.
• Enforces Library Rules of Conduct and PC Use Guidelines.
• Serves as Person-in-Charge as directed in the absence of the designated supervisor.
• Attends meetings and participates on system-wide committees as assigned.
• Creates physical displays, signs, flyers, and social media posts to promote library materials, resources, and programs.
• Travels to different branch libraries each week to provide children’s services.
•  May assist with public service desk duties, including circulation, as assigned.
• Performs related duties as required. 

Master’s in Library Science or Master’s in a Library Science field, degrees must be accredited by the American Library Association (ALA) from an accredited college or university.
     *NO SUBSTITUTION


REQUIRED LICENSE:
Valid Driver’s License may be required for some positions in this classification.



Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.
 
Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.   •    Fluent bilingual language skills
•    Experience working with multicultural communities
•    Experience in the use of a computer

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations. 
 

Requests for ADA or other protected accommodations for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources 615-862-6640.  

Salary : $57,958