Librarian I - Teen Services

The Brookline Public Library is seeking a Librarian I for the Youth Services department to perform professional and administrative work providing reference, reader's advisory, program operation, department administration, and other library services to teens and other patrons. Assists the Supervisor of the Youth Services Department in the development of programs and services for teens. Staffs the Teen Services Desk. Answers reference questions from teens and other patrons and assists them to find resources to fulfill their information needs using the online catalog, electronic databases, the Internet, and other resources. Assist the public in the use of a wide range of print and non-print library materials, including, but not limited to: video games, gaming systems, makerspace technology, PC, tablet, and laptop support, ROKUS, Wi-Fi hotspots, Launchpads. Brookline Village Main Library. May be asked to work at other locations as needed. Perform similar or related work as required.

Qualifications

Master's of Library and Information Science degree and coursework in children's literature is required; supplemented by additional training in library technology and previous library experience is

helpful. Experience working with teens in a library, school, or other environment is required. Knowledge of foreign languages in Spanish, Chinese, or Russian is desirable.

Salary range is: $30.4930 - $35.0413 hourly with excellent benefits. Please apply with resume and cover letter by October 10, 2024.