Job Description
PRIMARY DUTY: Under general supervision, performs professional-level librarian duties, utilizing current technology and traditional resources to meet the informational, instructional, educational and recreational needs of the community; manages assigned library teen programs and recommends plans, programs and policies for the Teen Department at all four locations of the Waco-McLennan County Public Library(WPL).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provide research, reference and readers' advisory services to teens.
- Research, evaluate, and select materials for the teen collection at all four locations.
- Responsible for the development and implementation of special programs and services for teens to encourage the use of the library by young adults between the ages of 12 and 18 at all four locations.
- Promotes teen Library programs and services to community agencies, advocates and citizen groups.
- Gathers and compiles data for reports and prepares statistical and analytical reports of Library activities and operations for the Teen Department.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Knowledge of recreational and educational needs of teens.
- Knowledge of the developmental needs of teens in order to provide the most appropriate resources and services.
- Knowledge of popular culture, technological advances and current teen and library trends that interest teens.
- Knowledge of a variety of social media platforms.
- Special knowledge of publishing trends, authors, titles and reading interest of teens.
- In-depth knowledge of library materials, services and operations for teens.
- Knowledge of emerging information and library technologies
Skill in:
- Ability to exercise initiative, leadership and independent judgment.
- Ability to organize work, set priorities, use time effectively and meet deadlines.
- Ability to multi-task and work with frequent interruptions.
- Ability to interact with people of varying personalities and ages in a variety of situations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to analyze and creatively solve problems and resolve disputes and grievances.
- Flexible, adaptable and able to flourish in a changing environment.
- Cross-training in order to perform other duties and responsibilities is required.
- Delivering quality library programs and services to the community.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited institution is required.
Public Library experience preferred.
Website
www.wacolibrary.org
Human Resources / Job Listings
https://www.waco-texas.com/
HR Info
Applicants must submit a completed City of Waco application in order to be considered for this position. Resumes may be attached to the completed application.