Young Adult Librarian Jobs

The Young Adult Librarian, under the overall supervision of the Neighborhood Library Supervisor, works as part of the branch team and performs basic library work concentrating on service to Young Adults and their parents and caregivers.

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.

• Knowledge of young adult literature and programming
• Ability to bend, reach, sit and stand as needed
• 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
• Excellent customer relations and communication skills
• Bilingual skills highly desirable
• Serves on committees when necessary
• General experience working with the public and diverse communities
• Familiarity with internet, electronic databases, social media, and basic computer applications
• Provides reference and reader’s advisory services for all age groups utilizing print and electronic resources
• Working knowledge of current and emerging library technology, service and programming trends for young adults, and urban public library issues
• Acts as an advocate for young adults and their educational and social needs within the library and engages in work with schools, and other local agencies that work with young adults
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Visits schools, neighborhood organizations, community meetings and participates in community affairs promoting Brooklyn Public Library services, collections and programs
• Develops, maintains, and promotes the young adult collection in the branch
• 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
• Basic understanding of adolescent development and issues facing young adults in urban communities
• Plans, conducts, schedules, and evaluates age-appropriate programs and class visits for young adults ages 13-17 and their educators
• Ability to work evenings and weekends
• Interprets and implements BPL policy
• Excitement in engaging, nurturing and mentoring young adults
• Maintains the attractive appearance of the young adult room/area through appropriate displays

This position is a union position, represented by District Council 37. The salary for this position is $66,191.