The City of Richmond is seeking dynamic, enthusiastic, and hardworking individuals to join the Richmond Public Library as Librarians, Youth Services. This role requires a self-motivated team player who excels in problem-solving and prioritizes exceptional customer service. Successful candidates will be part of a dedicated team committed to the core principles: Inform, Enrich, Empower.

Responsibilities:

• Organize, plan, and facilitate library programs and activities.
• Promote and market programs and activities effectively.
• Prepare reports, reviews, and various documents.
• Perform circulation duties and assist patrons with technology.
• Conduct outreach, represent the library at community events, and advocate library services.
• Assist patrons with technology, reference, and readers advisory queries.
• Deliver computer, electronic resource, and Internet training for the public.
• Aid in collection development/maintenance and prepare statistical reports.
• Develop brochures, fliers, and other program-related materials.
• Engage in team decision-making, staff development, and training.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Strong knowledge of routine library functions, policies, classification systems (like Dewey Decimal System), and circulation functions.
  • Proficiency in children's developmental stages, STEAM activities, and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Familiarity with Integrated Library Systems, electronic databases, and related software applications.
  • Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
  • Experience working with youth, marketing programs, and keeping children engaged.
  • Ability to plan, coordinate, implement, and facilitate special activities and programs.
  • Competency in updating websites and utilizing social media platforms.
  • Dedication to staying updated on early literature best practices.

• Minimum Training and Experience:

  • Master’s degree in library science from an ALA accredited library school.
  • Two years of experience in public libraries.
  • Equivalent training and experience as approved by the department.

• Licensing, Certifications, and Special Requirements:

  • Eligibility for and obtainment of Librarian’s Professional Certification through the Commonwealth of Virginia within one year.

Preferred Training and Experience:

• Strong customer service skills, enthusiasm, and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in handling various technological devices.
• Experience in developing system-wide programs and training staff in new subjects.

Environmental Hazards & Physical Requirements:

• Working conditions may involve travel, exposure to hazardous conditions, atmospheric conditions, inadequate lighting, intense noise, and environmental hazards.
• Physical requirements include detailed work on multiple tasks, talking, hearing, seeing, and using repetitive motions, occasional stooping, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and feeling.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: 

The City of Richmond provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination or harassment based on various characteristics, ensuring fair treatment for all employees.

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