Young Adult Librarian - Parkchester Library

The New York Public Library (NYPL) seeks a Young Adult Librarian to empower young adults aged 12-18 to become creative thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers, and resourceful users of information.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide reference service and resource recommendations using print, media, and digital resources.
• Collaborate with the Youth Educational Services Department to develop, promote, facilitate, and evaluate innovative programs for young adults.
• Partner with the collection development team to build and maintain the Young Adult collection.
• Engage young adults with the collection and encourage them to explore their interests.
• Conduct outreach to community-based organizations, schools, and local businesses to promote the library's services.
• Encourage digital literacy and provide age-appropriate technology instruction to young adults.
• Develop and maintain the young adult space, ensuring a safe and inviting area.
• Facilitate the work and activities of teen volunteers and teen advisory councils.
• Develop and maintain content for social media platforms.
• Mentor library staff in preparing and presenting young adult programs.
• Assist with circulation, fines and fees management, reserves, and opening/closing procedures.

Required Education and Experience:

• ALA-accredited Master's degree in Library and Information Studies.
• Public Librarian's Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York.

Required Skills:

• Strong commitment to public service.
• Experience creating and conducting innovative programs for young adults.
• Knowledge and appreciation of young adult literature, audiovisual materials, and computer resources.
• Experience developing, maintaining, and marketing young adult collections.
• Demonstrated interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Strong organization and planning skills.
• Strong computer and technology skills.

Benefits:

• The NYPL Core Values: Be Helpful, Be Resourceful, Be Curious, Be Welcoming and Inclusive.
• Work Environment: Public service library.
• Physical Duties: Light lifting/moving required, remain in stationary positions for periods of time, daily use of a computer.
• Schedule: 35 hours per week during regular branch hours.