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via The New York Public Library Careers - Pinpoint schedule_type: Full-timesalary: 64,263 a year
Children's Librarian - Staten Island Department: Various Departments... Employment Type: Full Time Location: Various Locations Compensation: $64,263 / year Description Overview The 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 Children's Librarian - Staten Island

Department: Various Departments...

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Various Locations

Compensation: $64,263 / year
Description

Overview
The 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 Library is seeking a Children's Librarian to cultivate creative thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers, and resourceful users of information. Successful candidates will embody each of these four characteristics themselves.

Key Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Library Manager, the Children's Librarian:
• Provides reference service and resource recommendations using print, media and digital resources
• Collaborates with the Educational Services Department to develop, promote, facilitate, present and evaluate innovative programs to meet the expressed and anticipated needs of the community’s children population including book discussions, author talks, technology classes, financial literacy sessions, arts and wellness activities, and a variety of other programs both in the Library and throughout the community
• Partners with the collection development team to build and maintain the Children's collection ensuring it is diverse, current, and relevant and meets the needs of the community
• Works to engage children 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, city support agencies, educational institutions and local businesses to promote the library’s services, programs and collections with a focus on children
• Encourages digital literacy and provides technology instruction
• Develops and maintains the layout and appearance of the children space, ensuring a safe and inviting area filled with relevant resources
• Develops and maintains content for social media platforms such as Library blogs, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr and Pinterest
• Mentors library staff in preparing and presenting children 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 children literature, educational and development needs, children's services and the profession through webinars, internal training, meetings, conferences, professional literature and organizational memberships
• Performs related duties as required

Required Education, Experience & Skills
Required Education & Experience
• ALA accredited Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies
• Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York

Required 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 children
• Knowledge of children literature and experience maintaining an children's collection
• Experience building partnerships with local organizations to better meet the needs of community users
• Demonstrated interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, including public speaking and presentation 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 Manager

Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of emerging library technologies, service and programming trends for children in urban public libraries preferred

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Core Values
All 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
• Public service library
Physical Duties
• Lifting up to 15 lbs.
• Sitting and standing for periods of time
• Daily use of a computer

Physical Required?
No

Union
Local 1930

FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

Schedule
35 hours per week to be scheduled during regular branch hours
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via ZipRecruiter posted_at: 7 hours agoschedule_type: Full-time
Children's Librarian - Edenwald Library Department: Branch Libraries... Employment Type: Full Time Location: Edenwald Library Reporting To: Charity Goh Compensation: $64,263 / year Description Overview The 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 Children's Librarian - Edenwald Library

Department: Branch Libraries...

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Edenwald Library

Reporting To: Charity Goh

Compensation: $64,263 / year

Description

Overview
The 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 Library is seeking a Children's Librarian to cultivate creative thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers, and resourceful users of information. Successful candidates will embody each of these four characteristics themselves.

Key ResponsibilitiesUnder the supervision of the Library Manager, the Children's Librarian:
• Provides reference service and resource recommendations using print, media and digital resources
• Collaborates with the Educational Services Department to develop, promote, facilitate, present and evaluate innovative programs to meet the expressed and anticipated needs of the community's children population including book discussions, author talks, technology classes, financial literacy sessions, arts and wellness activities, and a variety of other programs both in the Library and throughout the community
• Partners with the collection development team to build and maintain the Children's collection ensuring it is diverse, current, and relevant and meets the needs of the community
• Works to engage children 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, city support agencies, educational institutions and local businesses to promote the library's services, programs and collections with a focus on children
• Encourages digital literacy and provides technology instruction
• Develops and maintains the layout and appearance of the children space, ensuring a safe and inviting area filled with relevant resources
• Develops and maintains content for social media platforms such as Library blogs, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr and Pinterest
• Mentors library staff in preparing and presenting children 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 children literature, educational and development needs, children's services and the profession through webinars, internal training, meetings, conferences, professional literature and organizational memberships
• Performs related duties as required

Required Education, Experience & Skills

Required Education & Experience
• ALA accredited Master's degree in Library and Information Studies
• Public Librarian's Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York

Required 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 children
• Knowledge of children literature and experience maintaining an children's collection
• Experience building partnerships with local organizations to better meet the needs of community users
• Demonstrated interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, including public speaking and presentation 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 Manager

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of emerging library technologies, service and programming trends for children in urban public libraries preferred

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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
• Public service library

Physical Duties
• Lifting up to 15 lbs.
• Sitting and standing for periods of time
• Daily use of a computer

Physical Required?
No

Union
Local 1930

FLSA StatusNon-Exempt

Schedule35 hours per week to be scheduled during regular branch hours

This job description represents the types and levels of responsibilities that will be required of the position and shall not be construed as a declaration of all of the specific duties and responsibilities for the role. Job duties may change if Library priorities change. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description as needed
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Children's Library Associate Location: Skiatook Library - 316 E. Rogers Skiatook, OK. 74070... Salary: $18.24/hr. Status: Part time - 20 hour/week Schedule: Monday 10 am - 2 pm Wednesday 10 am - 2 pm Thursday 4 pm - 8 pm Friday 9:30 am - 6 pm 1 - 2 Rotating Saturday 9:30 am - 6 pm, Sundays 1 pm - 5 pm The Skiatook Library Children's Library Associate welcomes customers and ensures that all have an extraordinary experience that supports their Children's Library Associate

Location: Skiatook Library - 316 E. Rogers Skiatook, OK. 74070...

Salary: $18.24/hr.

Status: Part time - 20 hour/week

Schedule:

Monday 10 am - 2 pm

Wednesday 10 am - 2 pm

Thursday 4 pm - 8 pm

Friday 9:30 am - 6 pm

1 - 2 Rotating Saturday 9:30 am - 6 pm, Sundays 1 pm - 5 pm

The Skiatook Library Children's Library Associate welcomes customers and ensures that all have an extraordinary experience that supports their needs while educating, training, suggesting, and answering technology, mobile device, e-reader, reference and readers’ advisory questions; proactively connects customers with services and assists customers in the discovery of all services TCCL offers, including with on-call professional staff in the branch and system-wide; provides reference assistance and readers’ advisory services for children, their caregivers and educators; assists with physical maintenance of the children's collection; develops and implements children's programs; looks for ways to improve workflow and anticipate customer needs and trends.

Essential Functions:
• Prepares and presents weekly Build a Reader story times;
• Prepares and presents programs for children;
• Performs periodic school visits throughout the year;
• Helps develop and maintain the children’s collection at this library;
• Conducts community outreach, which may include services to schools, day care facilities, and community organizations;
• Communicates effectively, trains customers, and resolves problems at the point of need in the use and application of all of the library’s self-service features including self-check, on-line account management, pay stations, the online catalog, online resource guides, and instructional videos;
• Rotates throughout zones, helping customers including at the service point desk, providing instructional training and problem solving at the point of need;
• Trains and educates library customers on new and existing self-service technology and devices (including e-readers, smart phones and mobile devices); assists with troubleshooting customer self-service tools and technology issues;
• Ensures that customers successfully use reference and readers’ advisory services; provides one-on-one coaching and assistance as needed;
• Anticipates customer needs by providing and explaining the use of previously prepared “packets” (in a variety of modalities) of information and tools;
• Assists and trains library customers in utilizing self-service features for selecting and locating library materials, conducting research, and discovering reference information for regular or specialized collections;
• Registers and issues library cards, checks materials in and out at the point of need, and routes returned materials to proper locations;
• Searches, locates or places reserves on requested materials, notifying customers when materials are available;
• Maintains and operates AV equipment, computers, office machines, and other library hardware and software;
• Prepares displays to augment children’s services and to promote the collection and programs;
• Complies with Process Activated Training System (PATS) scripts when performing job tasks and making additional contributions to the PATS scripts as necessary to continually ensure all tasks are being performed consistently and with the best practices;
• May be assigned to any TCCL branch, outlet, or community space;
• May serve as Person in Charge of the location as needed; directing tasks of Customer Service Assistants, Shelvers and volunteers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Working knowledge of library procedures and operations.
• Knowledge of new service model.
• Ability to understand the needs of the library customers, specifically children and connect them to the right resource or service at the right time.
• Ability to present programs to children.
• Excellent interpersonal, teaching, presentation, training (one-on-one and small group), and communication skills.
• Research and problem solving skills.
• Ability to help customers with their basic computer needs, including, but not limited to, e-mail, answering Microsoft product questions, and navigating the Internet.
• Ability to learn and demonstrate library’s automated systems and self-service tools.
• Ability to operate audio-visual equipment, smart phones, mobile devices, computer hardware and software, and quickly learn new databases and consumer devices including (and not limited to) e-readers, tablets and personal computers.

Education and Experience:
• Bachelors’ degree required.
• No previous experience required; library, retail, or customer service experience preferred.

Physical and Environmental Conditions:

Work occasionally requires stooping and bending. Occasional light lifting such as three or four reams of paper, four or five books, or other materials (up to 20 pounds) may be required.

There are usually no major sources of discomfort; work is essentially conducted in a normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, and air conditions
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via Indeed posted_at: 17 hours agoschedule_type: Part-time
Description: Category/Classification: Regular Staff (Non-Exempt) Part-Time... Reports to: Associate Director of Youth Services General Summary The Department Assistant for Youth Services supports and assists the Associate Director of Youth Services or designee in all aspects of her/his works. Responsible for providing assistance with children’s library programs in addition to providing technical and reference assistance to children, parents, Description:

Category/Classification: Regular Staff (Non-Exempt) Part-Time...

Reports to: Associate Director of Youth Services

General Summary

The Department Assistant for Youth Services supports and assists the Associate Director of Youth Services or designee in all aspects of her/his works. Responsible for providing assistance with children’s library programs in addition to providing technical and reference assistance to children, parents, teachers, and other patrons. Assists in planning, organizing, and performing scheduled programs and events. Work is performed under regular supervision.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities
• Assists in scheduling, planning and presenting Youth Service programs for pre-school and school-aged library patrons; organizes, schedules and promotes special exhibits and programs. Plans and conducts programs for children to encourage reading, viewing, listening, and use of library materials and facilities.
• Confers with teachers, parents, and community groups to assist in developing programs to encourage and improve children’s communication skills.
• Assists in the development and implementation of children’s reading, craft and story time programs.
• Respond to public inquiries, including children’s library reference questions in a courteous manner; provide information within scope of knowledge and refer to employee of higher classification as appropriate.
• Advise patrons concerning choice of books or materials for themselves or for their children.
• Responsible for the general appears of the Youth Service Department.
• Prepares materials for shelving or filing.
• Sensitizes, inspects, cleans as necessary, and sorts materials onto sorting shelves.
• Searches stacks and other areas for claimed returned, traced, lost, missing, or other items, as assigned.
• Performs Assistant-level work in other departments, as assigned.

Requirements:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

General knowledge of resource and reference materials, particularly those pertaining to children.

General knowledge of children’s books and authors.

General knowledge of the Dewey Decimal Classification System and Library of Congress subject headings.

Ability to provide courteous public service and to present clear explanations of established policies and procedures.

Ability to interact effectively with the Library’s automated system.

Skill at accurately and efficiently sorting and shelving materials in alphanumeric order. Physical capacity to place materials on shelves at all shelving heights.

Ability to work in a team setting. Willingness to assist and support coworkers, contribute ideas, maintain flexibility, and be able to adapt to a rapidly changing environment.

Physical and Mental Requirements

List the physical demands that are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential function of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Frequently standing simultaneously using hand, wrist and fingers;

Occasional sitting, walking, stooping, bending, squatting, reaching overhead or in front of body, and traveling to outside meetings and engagements. Conveying up to 15 pounds. Frequently talking and hearing ordinary conversation in person or by phone in a quiet but sometimes noisy environment.

Education, Certification, Experience, and Training

Must qualify for Librarian Certificate 6 (LC6) - High school diploma or GED with 5 years of library experience or 9 semester hours of required library science courses. Must complete a minimum of 50 Library Educational Units every 5 years, consistent with Indiana State Library regulations.

The requirements given above are not intended as exclusive standards for this position. Additionally, the duties and responsibilities listed are meant to be illustrative of the nature of the position and do not include all tasks that may be necessary to this job function. Further, individuals may be required to work in other areas and at different functions that those described in accord with changing needs of the library
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via Glassdoor posted_at: 7 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 40,861–61,291 a year
Library Associate Children Service Please apply by July 30, 2023... “Follow your calling, Find your career” Hiring Range $40,860.56 - 61,290.84 Position Summary Perform professional and technical library work in one or more specific library programs such as Adult, Teens, Youth, Reference Services, or Library Systems Administration. The Library Associate delivers a high level of quality library services ensuring the provision of value-added Library Associate Children Service

Please apply by July 30, 2023...

“Follow your calling, Find your career”

Hiring Range

$40,860.56 - 61,290.84

Position Summary

Perform professional and technical library work in one or more specific library programs such as Adult, Teens, Youth, Reference Services, or Library Systems Administration. The Library Associate delivers a high level of quality library services ensuring the provision of value-added experiences for all customers.

The Children’s Library Associate position at Steele Creek Library works within a team of children’s staff to create an engaging and welcoming environment for children from birth to 11 years old, their caregivers, and families. As part of this team effort, the associate provides age-appropriate programming (ex. storytimes and school age programs), assists with collection development, as well as creates engaging book displays and readers’ advisory tools (ex. bookmarks, flyers, etc.). Part of the responsibilities of this position will be facilitating outreach to local preschools, schools, and community partners. This role has the opportunity for collaboration and growth with the organization through participation in system wide teams, work groups, and feedback sessions. Steele Creek Library staff is committed to providing exemplary customer service by providing technology and computer assistance; readers’ advisory; and anticipating customer needs at our single unified services desk. Additionally, at Steele Creek, this position may require you to act as backup Manager on Duty when needed.

Location:

13620 Steele Creek Road

Charlotte, NC 28273

Essential Functions

Essential Functions
• Perform circulation activities
• Provide service desk coverage
• Create and deliver programs to age-appropriate audiences
• Prepare program reports
• Provide research assistance to customers
• Utilize integrated library systems software
• Assist customers at several service points
• Train and assist customers on various library policies, procedures, and processes
• Maintain library’s collection of materials
• Assist with volunteer management
• Promote and markets library’s programs; collaborating with Marketing and Communication to

generate flyers and materials pertaining to programs

Minimum Qualifications

Experience:

Minimum of two years of library, retail, computer, or customer service experience

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Education/Experience

Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?: Yes

Licenses and Certifications

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications
• Associates degree
• Knowledge of integrated library systems software (IE: Horizon)
• Bilingual
• At least three years of library, customer service and/or administrative experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of
• Alpha-numeric sorting systems
• Various library systems
• Telephone etiquette

Skills
• Technology adeptness
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent time management skills with attention to detail

Abilities
• Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures
• Communication: Clearly conveying information to individuals or groups
• Collaboration: Working effectively and cooperatively with others; establishing and maintaining good working relationships
• Technical/professional Knowledge and Skills: Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise
• Work Standards: Setting high standards of performance for self; assuming responsibility and

accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence

Computer Skills
• Proficient in various computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite

Work Environment

Works in an office setting with moderate noise

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer Statement

Disclaimer

This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or

working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations
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via City Of Boston posted_at: 22 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Overview Brief Job Description (essential functions of job... Under supervision, and within the framework of Library policies and practices, to participate in services to a diverse population characteristic of an urban setting with emphasis on service to children and to perform professional work requiring application of professional knowledge of literature, bibliographic sources and services with a concentration on children. Supervises: As assigned, Overview

Brief Job Description (essential functions of job...

Under supervision, and within the framework of Library policies and practices, to participate in services to a diverse population characteristic of an urban setting with emphasis on service to children and to perform professional work requiring application of professional knowledge of literature, bibliographic sources and services with a concentration on children.

Supervises: As assigned, professional and non-professional staff members.

Responsibilities

Under supervision performs the following:
• Assists in the development, planning and implementation of the Library’s program of service to children through personal consultations, reference and readers’ advisory services, outreach and programs.
• Participates in the development of interactive relationships within a defined neighborhood and in the implementation of activities to stimulate community use of the Library’s resources especially through schools, and other agencies which serve children and their families.
• Plans and conducts comprehensive programming for toddlers, preschoolers and school age children such as story hours, book talks, craft programs, puppetry, book discussion groups and summer reading programs.
• Performs readers’ advisory services and difficult or involved reference for the general public.
• Provides instruction to increase patrons’ skills in the use of book resources and electronic databases.
• Manages program funds assigned to children’s services.
• Participates in the development of the children’s book collection and manages the appropriate materials budget.
• Assists in the compilation of annotated lists and bibliographies involving book and non-book materials.
• Responsible for oral presentations and written reports on children’s activities within the branch library.
• May be responsible for day-to-day operations of the branch in the absence of the Branch Librarian or other ranking staff member.
• May participate in recommending and/or planning changes in service or new services for children.
• Actively participates in system-wide committees, training and other professional activities.
• Performs other related and/or comparable duties as assigned.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications
• A bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university and a master’s degree in library science from an accredited library school. Courses in children’s literature and/or work, taken for credit, at an accredited library school. Storytelling courses and/or experience desirable. In exceptional instances, specialized education, training and/or experience, may be substituted for part or all of the educational requirements.
• Knowledge of children’s literature including bibliographic tools and sources pertaining to children’s literature and work; knowledge of the techniques of programming for children; interest in children and in library work with children; willingness and ability to develop strong interactive community relationships; willingness to assume responsibility and carry out assignments independently; good oral and written communication skills as well as the ability to search the Internet and other electronic databases; ability to work well with staff and public; initiative, dependability, good judgment, tact, courtesy.n.

Requirements:
• Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.
• Residency - Must be a resident of the City of Boston upon the first day of hire.
• CORI - Must successfully clear a Criminal Offenders Record Information check with the City of Boston.

Terms:

Union/Salary Plan/Grade: PSA - P1

Hours per week: 35
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via Jobrapido.com posted_at: 2 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
The Saugus Public Library seeks a Children’s Librarian to provide programming, outreach, and room supervision in a busy Children’s Room. The successful candidate will be a self-motivated quick learner who is able to handle a variety of tasks. The Children’s Librarian, under the supervision of the Head of Children’s Services assists in the development, planning and implementation of the children’s... services including programming, readers’ The Saugus Public Library seeks a Children’s Librarian to provide programming, outreach, and room supervision in a busy Children’s Room. The successful candidate will be a self-motivated quick learner who is able to handle a variety of tasks. The Children’s Librarian, under the supervision of the Head of Children’s Services assists in the development, planning and implementation of the children’s... services including programming, readers’ advisory, reference, instruction in use of materials and databases, collection development, use of social media, day-to-day operation of the department, participation in system-wide committees/other professional activities, as well as related and/or comparable duties as assigned. This 18 hours per week position pays $22.96-$26.09 per hour (in 5 steps).

To apply, submit cover letter and resume along with Standard Employment Application to Gabriela Lagattolla, Human Resources, Town of Saugus, 298 Central Street, Saugus, MA 01906 or via email to glagattolla@saugus-ma.gov

Applications will be kept on file for a period of one year. The Town of Saugus is an equal opportunity employer. Federal Law forbids discrimination based on race, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, or disability.

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Saugus, MA 01906

Applications will be kept on file for a period of one year. The Town of Saugus is an equal opportunity employer. Federal Law forbids discrimination based on race, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, material status, or disability
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via ZipRecruiter schedule_type: Full-timesalary: 55,027 a year
DescriptionOverview The 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 DescriptionOverview
The 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 Library is seeking Children’s Librarians to empower children from infant through pre-teen to become creative thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers, and resourceful users of information. Successful candidates will embody each of these four characteristics themselves. Librarians start at $55,027 per year and are eligible in 12 months for an increased salary of $60,574 based on successful job performance.

Key Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Library Manager, the Children’s Librarian:
• 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 children, parents and childcare providers, including storytimes and other early literacy 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
• Partners with the collection development team to shape and maintain the Children's collection ensuring it is diverse, current, relevant and meets the needs of the community
• Works to engage children 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, daycare centers, and community groups that target children 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
• Encourages digital literacy and provides age-appropriate technology instruction to children
• 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 children’s space ensuring a safe and inviting area filled with relevant resources
• Mentors library staff in preparing and presenting children’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 children's literature, youth services and the profession through webinars, meetings, internal training, conferences, professional literature and organizational memberships
• Performs related duties as require

Required Education, Experience & SkillsRequired Education & Experience
• ALA accredited Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies
• Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York
Required Skills
• ALA accredited Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies
• Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York
• 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 Children and their parents/caregivers
• Knowledge and appreciation of children’s literature, audiovisual materials, computer resources, and other materials that constitute a balanced, relevant youth collection
• Experience developing, maintaining and marketing Children’s 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 and reference resources and databases

Preferred QualificationsPreferred Qualifications
• Knowledge of emerging library technologies, service and programming trends for children in urban public libraries preferred

More...Please Note: Effective August 2, 2021, absent a qualifying exception for medical or religious reasons, newly hired employees of the New York Public Library must present proof of receipt of a COVID-19 vaccination and may not begin employment at the Library until 14 days after their receipt of their second dose of either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines or 14 days after their first dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Newly hired employees who need additional time to receive their vaccination prior to their start date may request an adjournment of their start date with their hiring manager. The Library will consider such requests on a case by case basis, depending upon the Library’s operational needs, among other factors. The Library will further consider exemptions for prospective employees who cannot become vaccinated due to a qualifying medical condition or a sincerely held religious belief or practice. Candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment and who seek a medical or religious exemption to the Library’s vaccination policy should contact hrservicecenter@nypl.org for instructions on how to submit the required information for the evaluation of their exemption request.

Core Values
All 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
Physical Duties
• Lifting up to 15 lbs.
• Sitting and standing for periods of time
• Daily use of a compute
Physical Required?
No

Union/Non Union
Local 1930

Schedule
35 hours per week to be scheduled during regular branch hours
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via Glassdoor posted_at: 21 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Description JOB SUMMARY... The purpose of the class is to plan, coordinate and provide reference services to County Library patrons and staff, to perform other professional library duties, to supervise Library staff and volunteers as assigned, and to perform related work as required. The class works within a general outline of work to be performed and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision. Duties Develops, manages and schedules Description

JOB SUMMARY...

The purpose of the class is to plan, coordinate and provide reference services to County Library patrons and staff, to perform other professional library duties, to supervise Library staff and volunteers as assigned, and to perform related work as required. The class works within a general outline of work to be performed and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision.

Duties

Develops, manages and schedules age-appropriate programs which includes coordinating activities with all necessary materials (i.e. craft materials, name tags, audio-visual, book lists, etc.) and reporting patron issues or concerns.
• Assists the public in the use of library resources, including catalogs, indexes, computerized search systems and the internet.
• Provides supervision, training, advice, and assistance to other staff as needed.
• Acts as a liaison between elementary, middle and high schools and the library; represents the library regarding elementary and young adult activities throughout the community.
• Plans and provides outreach programming throughout the community or library system as needed.
• Coordinates with other children’s services personnel as required to provide coordinated system-wide children’s programming and services.
• Supervises assigned staff and volunteers; supervisory duties include scheduling, instructing, planning, and assisting work, reviewing/evaluating work, maintaining standards, and coordinating activities.
• Coordinates the young adult volunteer program; trains, supervises and reviews the work of assigned volunteers.
• Participates in the development of library policies and procedures; recommends policy and procedural changes to better meet library and patron needs.
• Prepares library for opening and closing; may supervise operations of the branch as needed.
• Provides basic reader advisory and reference services; assists library patrons in using various resources and equipment of the library.
• Performs circulation duties; checks books in and out; registers patrons for library cards; places holds on books as requested; reserves audio-visual equipment as requested; processes inter-library loan requests; inspects returned materials for damage; verifies due date; computes and receives fines.
• Promotes the library, its services and programs to the public; gives presentations to various community/civic/school groups; prepares promotional materials and press releases; takes photographs for media and website use.
• Keeps supervisor informed of all issues and concerns encountered.
• Participates in collection development; analyzes current collection for currency, physical condition, general quality and usefulness; recommends books, audio books, DVDs and other library materials; checks in newly purchased and processed materials.
• Performs general administrative/ clerical work as required, including but not limited to preparing reports and correspondence, entering, and retrieving computer data, copying, and filing document, answering the telephone, etc.
• Attends trainings, meetings, workshops, conferences, etc., as necessary to maintain job knowledge and skills.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Master’s in Library Science from an accredited college or university or obtained within six (6) months from date of hire.

Minimum of two (2) years library experience preferred.

Minimum of one (1) year direct customer/public service experience required.

Special Qualifications:

Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Must obtain a SC Librarian Professional License within six (6) months from date of hire.

Excellent customer service skills.

Additional Requirements

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is light/active work: Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to life, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in relatively safe, secure and stable work environment.

Dorchester County has the right to revise this job description at any time. This

description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Conditional Hiring Requirement

This position is designated as per assigned position and may be transferred to another branch facility in the Library system as needed. Persons hired or promoted into this position conditionally accept the position with the full knowledge they can be transferred as needed to support the Library’s needs.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position; typical Library hours and days of operation are Monday through Thursday 8:00am- 7:00pm and Friday through Sunday 8:00am-5:00pm with the ability to work flexible hours when necessary. Employees must work 40 hours to maintain their full-time status. Employees must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, during emergencies or as requested.Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

For more information on Dorchester County Government please view the information below:

https://www.dorchestercounty.net/index.aspx?page=227

Benefits for County Employees

County Employees may be eligible for a variety of State benefits associated with their employment. From a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, to generous annual and sick leave policies, to a solid and secure retirement system.

Healthcare Benefits

(Full-time employees)
Dorchester County is a part of the State Benefits Program. The State program offers its employees a comprehensive health and dental program, along with a wide array of supplemental insurance programs. South Carolina has long been committed to providing its employees the best possible insurance benefits at the greatest possible value. We've maintained that commitment, too, even in the face of healthcare costs that continue to soar. You may refer to the link for more information.

www.eip.sc.gov/

Retirement Benefits
In addition to our health and dental insurance programs, all county employees are a part of the South Carolina Retirement System. These programs are designed to help provide county employees secure retirement alternatives that will best meet their needs. You may refer to the link for more information.

http://www.retirement.sc.gov/

Workplace Benefits

In addition, county employees may be eligible for other benefits, such as holidays, annual leave, and sick leave.

Note: The above benefits are available to most county employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or none of these benefits based on the benefits associated with each position. For these positions, please contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available for the particular position
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via Jobrapido.com posted_at: 6 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Job Description: Test Technician Summary... The Test Technician plays a crucial role in ensuring the quality and functionality of products through rigorous testing procedures. This position requires a detail-oriented individual with strong technical skills and the ability to analyze and troubleshoot complex systems. The Test Technician will work closely with engineers and other team members to conduct tests, document results, and contribute to the Job Description: Test Technician

Summary...

The Test Technician plays a crucial role in ensuring the quality and functionality of products through rigorous testing procedures. This position requires a detail-oriented individual with strong technical skills and the ability to analyze and troubleshoot complex systems. The Test Technician will work closely with engineers and other team members to conduct tests, document results, and contribute to the overall improvement of product performance.

Responsibilities:

- Perform various tests on products to ensure adherence to specifications and standards.

- Set up and operate testing equipment and tools efficiently and accurately.

- Analyze test data and identify any deviations or issues, promptly reporting them to the appropriate personnel.

- Collaborate with engineers to develop and optimize test procedures and methodologies.

- Maintain accurate and detailed records of test results, procedures, and equipment maintenance activities.

Qualifications:

- Associate degree or technical certification in a related field (e.g., electronics, engineering technology).

- Proven experience working as a Test Technician or similar role.

- Strong understanding of testing methodologies and equipment.

- Proficient in using various software and tools to analyze and interpret test data.

- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Benefits:

- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

- Opportunities for professional growth and development.

- Collaborative and supportive work environment.

- Access to cutting-edge technology and equipment.

- Chance to work with a dynamic team in a fast-paced industry.

Necessary licenses or degrees:

- Associate degree or technical certification in a related field (e.g., electronics, engineering technology
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