Children's and Youth Services Supervisor

Berkshire Athenaeum

Pittsfield's Public Library

Application Deadline

Apply By Nov 20th, 2017

Wages

Not Specified

Location

Pittsfield, MA

Hours

35.00

MLS

Required

Minimum Education

Not Specified

Library Experience

Not Specified

Supervisory Experience

Not Specified

Type of Library

Public

This job is more than 3 weeks old or the application deadline has passed.

Job Description

The Berkshire Athenaeum seeks an innovative Youth Services Supervisor committed to nourishing community relationships, implementing change responsive to evolving patron needs, and leading staff with a compassionate can-do attitude.  This librarian is key in serving Pittsfield's youth by connecting the Library with teachers, homeschoolers, and other educators and by continuing impactful partnerships such as Pittsfield Promise, Enhancing Families Through Literature, WeeRead, Third Thursday, Curiosity Day, and Pajama Night, which are crucial to planting the seeds for lifelong learning.  Materials and program budgets of approximately $25,000 help support this librarian in creating the place where young people want to be.  As the departmental leader, this librarian exercises independent judgment to guide interpretation of library policy and train staff in library procedures and research techniques.  An awareness of trends, an embrace of technology, and an ability to engage young audiences are essential to this librarian's success. 

The Community

The Berkshire Athenaeum is an urban library located in western Massachusetts, the heart of the Berkshires. While close to major East Coast cities (3 ½ hours travel time from New York City, less to Boston) our county is home to a dizzying array of cultural offerings, gorgeous natural beauty and options for affordable living.

HR Info

Alex Reczkowski
Library Director
alex@pittsfieldlibrary.org

For a full description and to apply online, visit the City of Pittsfield Careers Page.

Posted Nov 3, 2017