Part Time Young Adult Librarian

We offer thousands of free programs every day for people from all walks of life—immigrants learning a new language, aspiring entrepreneurs launching their dreams, children discovering the world, people of all ages exploring arts and culture. And we give patrons millions of opportunities to enjoy one of life’s greatest satisfactions: the discovery of a good book.

Now’s your chance to join the best team in Brooklyn!

The Library is seeking a part-time librarian to deliver quality library services in the Central Library’s Teen Center. The librarian will work as part of the division team and perform basic library work, primarily reference, with teens, their parents and caregivers, as well as any educators and adult patrons accessing the young adult collection. The part-time librarian will also be expected to cover desks on occasion in the Children’s Center.    

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 12-17 hours per week: 2.5 hours on evenings Monday through Thursday, and 7 hours on Saturdays.  The weekday schedule is negotiable.  

This is a part-time position. The salary for this position is $38.68 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Provides reference and reader’s advisory services for all age groups utilizing print and electronic resources

• Promotes the children's and young adult collections 

• Interprets and implements BPL policy 

• Performs other duties as assigned 

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited library school; NYS Public Librarian Certificate

• General experience working with the public and diverse communities

• Excellent customer relations and communication skills, especially with teens

• Knowledge of teen literature and programming and development, as well as a working knowledge of children’s

• Experience providing teen programming desirable

• Basic understanding of current and emerging library technology, service and programming trends for children and teens, and urban public library issues 

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

• Multilingual 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 

• Candidates must be enthusiastic, positive, and focused on solutions when challenges arise

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

• Ability to work evenings and weekends

We seek professionals dedicated to providing excellent customer service, developing fruitful partnerships in the community, and implementing programs aligned with our mission and vision. You will be immersed in a motivating and challenging environment where innovation is key to the organization. If you are looking to be a part of a stimulating workplace that is highly regarded by its culturally diverse community, BPL is the place to be.

Brooklyn Public Library is an equal opportunity employer.