Children’s Services Librarian

 

The Nyack Library in Rockland County, NY seeks a highly capable, innovative and dynamic Children’s Librarian for a full time position. This position is for a 35 hour work week, including Saturdays and evenings as required.   The Nyack Library is located in the heart of beautiful downtown Nyack, about 30 minutes north of Manhattan within view of the Hudson River.

 

Education and Experience

·An MLIS degree from an accredited University

·A NY State Public Librarian’s Certificate

·Experience working with children from birth to middle school

·Experience with teens a plus

·Knowledge of KOHA, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite and Canva a plus

 

Skills and Abilities

·Provides direct assistance to patrons of all ages seeking information, guidance, and reader’s advisory

·Requires a good knowledge of children’s literature

·Requires an understanding of early literacy concepts

·Must be able to create and execute engaging programs for children

·Must possess excellent communication skills to successfully engage with children, teens and adults of various age levels and ethnicities

·Enforces library rules and regulations to maintain a calm and pleasant room atmosphere

·Performs additional duties as required

·Reports directly to the Head of Youth Services

Salary

·Vacation, holiday, medical, dental and NY State Retirement. 

·Library staff are represented by the Nyack Library Staff Association

·Salary of $58,979 annually

 

 

Please send application and resume to: Director@nyacklibrary.org 

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Submit specified application materials to director@nyacklibrary.org.