Are you passionate about creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for youth and families? Do you have a good sense of humor, strong problem-solving skills, and a talent for fun and engaging programming?  Then come join us at the White Plains Public Library!

The White Plains Public Library has an opening for a Librarian I to work in our Youth Services Department. The Library values excellent customer service as well as innovation and experimentation in services and programs.  As a Librarian I, you will provide reference and reader’s advisory services to children, teens and adults.  You will plan and conduct programs, lead classes and workshops, and other responsibilities as assigned.  Candidates should genuinely enjoy working with youth and families; work effectively with colleagues; and appreciate providing library services to a diverse, multilingual population.

The Library, in conjunction with our stated goals in our strategic plan, is actively looking to create more equitable and inclusive programs and experiences for our patrons.  In its 2022-2024 Strategic Plan, the Library committed to equity, diversity and inclusion, holding them as core values. We welcome all people and provide equitable access to Library services, programs and resources. We offer programs, services, materials, and resources that respect, support, and represent the diversity of White Plains and are informed by engagement with our community. We provide a diverse and inclusive workspace and seek to attract and retain staff that reflect the diversity of White Plains. For the Library’s complete Strategic Plan, visit https://whiteplainslibrary.org/policies/plan.

The City of White Plains is located 25 miles north of New York City in Westchester County. Home to 57,000 residents, the City’s population expands to 150,000 every workday as thousands of people travel to the City for work or school. The modern downtown has enjoyed ongoing  revitalization with expanded shopping, dining and residential options. With a Metro-North commuter railroad station–the busiest in the lower Hudson Valley–and  a bus transit center, people from all over Westchester County and beyond make White Plains a destination for work, leisure and study.

Starting salary is $64,124 with excellent benefits.

Minimum Qualifications:  Master’s degree in library or information science (MLS/MSIS) from a program that is accredited by the American Library Association or recognized by the New York State Education Department as following accepted education practices.   Applicants must be available to work evening as well as weekend hours.

Special Requirements: Eligibility for a New York State Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate at the time of application; possession of certificate at the time of appointment. The successful candidate will also be required to submit a training and experience questionnaire and be reachable for permanent appointment.

Additional Considerations:  Fluency in language(s) other than English is a plus. 

The City of White Plains is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If interested, please email cover letter and resume by Thursday, August 29 to:  Joshua Carlson, Manager of Youth Services, jcarlson@whiteplainslibrary.org.   Please put “Librarian Opening” in the subject line.

Submit specified application materials to jcarlson@whiteplainslibrary.org.