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The New York Public Library Children's Supervising Librarian - Bronx Library Center in Bronx, New York
Children's Supervising Librarian - Bronx Library Center
Department: Branch Libraries
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Bronx Library Center
Reporting To: Tisha Williams
Compensation: $77,620 / year
Description
Overview
The mission of the New York Public Library is to inspire lifelong learning, advance knowledge, and strengthen our communities. To deliver on this promise, we provide free access to physical and electronic resources in neighborhoods throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island.
The New York Public Library is seeking a bright, dynamic, and enthusiastic Supervising Librarian to provide leadership and direction to a team of public service professionals at the Bronx Library Center. With over 700,000 patron visits per year, the Center offers a comprehensive service to all those who live, work and study in the vibrant Fordham neighborhood by offering patrons access to a wide range of books, information and knowledge.
The Bronx Library Center is open to the public Monday – Thursday 9am-9pm and Friday-Saturday 10am to 8pm. The Center houses dedicated departments (collections, services) for the following: Adult, Reference, Children and a Teen Center. Additionally, the Bronx Library Center has:
A Career Education & Information Service where job seekers can get assistance
The largest Adult Learning Center in the New York Public Library where adults learn to write and non-English speakers learn English
A computer lab where a myriad of free computer classes are held each month
Bridge-Up Hub
A 150-seat auditorium where cultural/literary presentations are held every Saturday
Multiple conference rooms
We are currently seeking a Children’s Supervising Librarian who is responsible for the overall administration of the Children Services Department at the Bronx Library Center, including public service, community outreach, program planning, collection development, and the supervision, training and evaluation of staff.
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Managing Librarian at Bronx Library Center, the Supervising Librarian:
Supervises all aspects of service within the Children’s Services Department
Supervises and trains staff in all aspects of Children’s Services
Resolves patron complaints and staff performance issues
Provides reference services and resource recommendations using print, media and digital resources
Conducts outreach to and develops partnerships with community-based organizations and community groups that target adults to promote the library’s services, collections, and specialized programs
Develops and maintains content for social media platforms such as Library blogs, Facebook, Twitter, and Tumblr
Develops and maintains the layout and appearance of the adult 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 adult literature, and the profession through webinars, meetings, internal training, conferences, professional literature and organizational memberships
Performs related duties as required
Required Education, Experience & Skills
Required Education & Certifications
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 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 Qualifications
- Knowledge of emerging library technologies, service and programming trends for adults 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
- Library Setting
Physical Duties
Lifting up to 15 lbs.
Sitting and standing for periods of time
Daily use of a computer
Pre-Placement Physical Required?
No
Union/Non Union
Local 1930
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Schedule
- 35 hours per week to be scheduled during regular branch hours (https://www.nypl.org/locations/map)
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.
The New York Public Library Salary Statement
At the Library, we believe that pay transparency and pay equity are important to ensuring we source the best candidates and keep the best employees. When making a determination as to the appropriate salary for a candidate, we consider a variety of factors such, including, but not limited to, the position requirements, the skills, prior experience, and educational background required or preferred for the job, the scope and impact of the role within the organization, internal peer equity, and the candidate's specific training, experience, education level, and skills. No single factor is conclusive; the Library reserves the right to consider any and all relevant factors and make a decision consistent with its policies.
Union Salaries are determined by collective bargaining agreement(s).