Job Description
The Whatcom County Library System seeks an energetic, innovative and dynamic Branch Teen Librarian to help today’s teenagers navigate the information world. Connect them to information they need, their way. Show them how to feel safe, respected, challenged, and empowered. Provide them with opportunities to develop 21st century skills. Demonstrate knowledge of the unique needs of adolescents. We are looking for a self-motivated, problem solving, creative individual who can facilitate a team, establish community relationships, organize and develop planning, and connect with teens and their adults. Requires Master's Degree and three years relevant experience; Master in Library Science and Librarian certification preferred. Experience working with teens, and passion for young adult literature required. Full-time position. Beginning compensation of $4,050 per month, plus excellent benefits. Apply by Friday, April 10th. Full posting and application instructions available at: http://www.wcls.org/Current-Openings/
Additional Info & Requirements
You value working with teens and appreciate all of their originality and are passionate about young adult literature and able to promote books to teens and their adults. You create enthusiasm for the library when visiting with students at area schools. You are knowledgeable about what today's teens want and are sensitive to their needs; you possess excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with people from diverse backgrounds, especially youth and teens. You have a talent for imaginative, inventive, and exciting programming and know how to merchandise and design powerful book displays. You value customer service for all patrons as well as fellow co-workers. You are spontaneous and unafraid to take risks and learn something new. You are a champion for the teens you serve. Requires the ability to speak, understand, and write English clearly and concisely; a Master’s degree and three years’ relevant experience (Master's in Library Science and State of Washington Librarian certification preferred). Work requires considerable physical effort in the handling of materials up to 30 pounds and/or continual standing or walking 60%+ of the time.
The Community
Perennially recognized by the national media as one of the best places to live in America, Whatcom County is a place that truly has something for everyone. With magnificent natural scenery, skiing and snowboarding at Mt. Baker, hiking, arts and theatre, and charming communities, Whatcom County is a unique area of Washington State. Located 90 minutes from Seattle and within an hour of Vancouver, British Columbia, the County's northern border with Canada gives it a unique flavor geared to cross-border shopping and recreation.
HR Info
Submit a completed WCLS Application Packet* to:
Sarah Ward, Branch Manager
Lynden Library
216 4th Street
Lynden, WA 98264
Phone: (360) 305-3600, ext. 138
Email: teenlibrarian@wcls.org
* Application packets must include:
- Completed WCLS Employment Application (available at the address above, any branch library, or online at www.wcls.org)
- Resume and cover letter that illustrates your past experience and/or training working with teens and how it would help you meet the demands of this position