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The Beaver Dam Community Library has an immediate opening for an enthusiastic, organized, and creative Youth Services Librarian. They will thrive on working as part of a dynamic team to serve our community, with a focus on youth of all ages, families, and caregivers.
Under the supervision of the Library Administrator, the Youth Services Librarian manages the Youth Services Department developing collections, programs, and services that welcome, engage, and enhance the quality of life and learning for our community.
Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
•Providing direct service in the Youth Services Department and throughout the library for reference, readers’ advisory, and technological assistance.
•Developing and maintaining current, diverse, and balanced youth collections on a wide range of topics and formats.
•Collaborating and coordinating with the Librarian team to develop, set, and achieve library goals and objectives.
•Marketing and public relations in-person, in print, and in all types of media channels.
•Representing the library at outreach events, as well as providing school visits and library tours.
Job requirements:
•Master’s in Library and Information Studies from an institution accredited by the American Library Association preferred.
•Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements, such as, a bachelor’s degree in Library Science, Elementary Education, Reading or related field may be substituted.
•Knowledge and appreciation of children’s literature and storytelling techniques.
•Spanish language skills helpful.
•Management and supervisory responsibility in previous position helpful.
An application package including complete job description is available at City of Beaver Dam Employment Opportunities and as an attachment to this post..
Starting salary: $4,129/month with a step increase after six months to $4,276/month. Full benefits package available including health, dental, and Wisconsin Retirement System.
Schedule: Full time,including evenings and Saturdays.
Priority consideration given to applications received by April 26, 2022.
TO APPLY:
Submit application, cover letter, and resume to:
Sarah Cournoyer, Library Administrator
[email protected]
Beaver Dam Community Library
311 N Spring St, Beaver Dam, WI 53916
www.cityofbeaverdam.com
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