Brooklyn Public Library is one of the nation’s largest library systems and among New York City’s most democratic institutions. We are looking for dedicated librarians to work with Teens & Young Adults!

Under the overall supervision of the Neighborhood Library Supervisor, Young Adult librarians works as part of the branch team and performs basic library work with a focus on working with teenagers. 

This position requires professional knowledge and judgment, including, but not limited to, reference and reader’s advisory services, collection development, and individual/group programming.

The schedule is 35 hours per week and reports directly to the Library Information Supervisor. This is a union position with a starting salary of $55,027 for candidates with an MLIS degree. After 6 months, librarians receive an increase of $1935.

We have openings for YA Specialists in the following Neighborhood Branch Libraries: 

Adams Street / Arlington / Borough Park / Brighton Beach / Carroll Gardens / Central / Coney Island / Crown Heights / E. Flatbush / Flatlands / Inclusive Services / New Lots / New Utrecht / Pacific / Paerdegat / Saratoga  / Sheepshead Bay / Stone Avenue / Ulmer Park / Walt Whitman

Responsibilities

• Provide reference and reader’s advisory services for teens and young adults utilizing print and electronic resources

• Develop, maintain, and promote the collection in the branch

• Maintain the attractive appearance of the area through appropriate displays

• Visit neighborhood organizations, community meetings and participates in community affairs promoting Brooklyn Public Library services, collections and programs
• Serve on committees as necessary
• Young Adult librarians also conduct, schedule, and evaluates age-appropriate programs and class visits; act as an advocate for teens and their educational and social needs within the library and engages in work with schools, childcare centers and other local agencies

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited library school; Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York, required

• General experience working with the public and diverse communities

• Excellent customer relations and communication skills

• Knowledge of literature and programming

• Familiarity with internet, electronic databases, social media, and basic computer applications

• Bilingual skills highly desirable

• Candidates must be flexible, able to handle multiple competing priorities and tasks, adaptable to change and able to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment 

• Excitement in engaging, nurturing and mentoring young adults; basic understanding of adolescent development and issues facing young adults in urban communities

• Ability to bend, reach, sit and stand as needed

• Ability to work evenings and weekends