City of Haverhill is hiring: Head of Youth- Librarian I in Haverhill

PLEASE POST ANTICIPATED OPENING POSITION: Head of Youth Services/Librarian I Haverhill Public Library HOURS OF WORK: Full-Time/40 Hours per Week (Flexible schedule to include nights & weekends) SALARY: $59,388- $75,585 per year (According to the Admin & Professional Contractual Salary Schedule) JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for the operation of all aspects of the Youth Services Department of a busy public library, including staff supervision, collection development, programming, and budget oversight. In coordination with the Management Team, plans and manages technology upgrades and policies, including the introduction of new procedures. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the supervision of the Library Director and Assistant Director. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Supervises professional and support staff in the Youth Services Department; oversees volunteers and pages assigned to the department; acts as de facto manager in absence of director and assistant director, supervises all subordinate staff when appropriate. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists all library visitors in the use of the library, including general questions, research, the Internet, electronic resources, readers’ advisory, and library computers and materials. Assists library staff with patron problems and conflicts as they arise. Works with the administrative staff to ensure safety and security of the public areas of the library. Hires, trains, supervises, schedules, and evaluates department staff. Actively participates in all appropriate professional meetings, including staff meetings, meetings of Department Heads, Merrimack Valley Library Consortium, and others, as designated. Plans, organizes, and leads departmental meetings. Plans and facilitates library-wide policies relating to youth services. Leads collection development efforts for youth services materials. Will work nights and weekends. Gathers statistics and creates reports at the request of the Library Director and Assistant Director. Conducts library tours, as needed. Assists the Teen Services Librarian and the Head of Reference in programming, training, and outreach to the Haverhill Schools. Related work as assigned or necessary. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & DESIRED ABILITIES: Knowledge of print and electronic resources. Interest in and familiarity with mobile technologies and their use in delivering services. Knowledge of library trends and best practices. Ability to meet people easily and get along well with others. Ability to express one’s self clearly, concisely, and pleasantly in the English language in person, orally, and in writing. Ability to learn new skills quickly. Ability to work with MS Office products, both for internal library use and for patron instruction. Ability to use new technologies, mobile devices, and social networking tools to communicate with library customers and colleagues. Ability to manage situations in a busy, service-oriented environment with tact, courtesy, initiative, resourcefulness, and good judgment. Ability to work cooperatively as a team member. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to use, or quickly learn, ILS (Symphony) and facilitate staff and public use of the ILS/catalog. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Master of Library Science Degree from an ALA-accredited institution, will consider ongoing work towards a graduate degree and combined experience. Three to five years experience in a public library administrative position, preferably Youth Services, managing both MLS and paraprofessional staff. Demonstrated facility and experience with the Internet, electronic databases, Microsoft Office products, and integrated library systems. Demonstrated facility and/or experience working with the public in a diverse urban environment. Working knowledge of Spanish, Portuguese, or Haitian Creole is a plus. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Regularly required to bend, stoop, squat, and reach. Must be able to push or pull a cart of library materials, to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and to use a two-step footstool. Attendance is mandatory. Applicants will be required to undergo a background check including CORI/SORI screening prior to appointment. CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY NOVEMBER 15, 2024 APPLICATION IS AVAILABLE ONLINE AT: www.cityofhaverhill.com/departments/human_resources/job_opportunities.php Application can be saved and sent as attachment when applying online. Cover letter, application, and resume should be sent to: CITY OF HAVERHILL HR DEPARTMENT AT HRD@HAVERHILLMA.GOV PLEASE REFERENCE JOB # 2024-47 The City of Haverhill is an AA/EEO/ADA Employer. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $59,388.00 - $75,585.00 per year Benefits: Dental insurance Employee assistance program Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Ability to Commute: Haverhill, MA 01830 (Required) Work Location: In person #J-18808-Ljbffr