Librarian II

is an Equal Opportunity Employer

and Complies with the
American with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Requisition# 04379
Title Librarian II
Department Henrietta Hankin Library
Location 215 Windgate Drive, Chester Springs, PA

The Henrietta Hankin Branch, Chester Springs has an opening for a Librarian II in the Youth Services
Department. This position is responsible for serving children and teens, and their families, in a high-volume,
fast-paced library. The librarian assuming this position will be responsible for planning and presenting story
time for preschoolers (Infants through Kindergarten), developing and leading library programs for elementary
students, and assisting with other programs. Function as part of the library Person In Charge team, ensuring
smooth operation of the building in the absence of the Branch Manager. The librarian will also provide
reference and readers’ advisory services.

This position requires an MLS/MLIS, ALA-accredited preferred, with at least one year’s relevant experience,
knowledge of children’s and young adult literature, knowledge of child development, and experience planning
and presenting programs. Candidates should have excellent oral and written communication skills,
organization skills and exemplify teamwork, enthusiasm, flexibility, energy, and a genuine enjoyment of work
with library customers of all ages, especially children. This position may include daytime, evening, and a
rotating weekend schedule.

This position requires the following physical abilities: to handle, lift, move, shift library materials weighing up
to 25 lbs.; to wheel book-carts weighing up to 125 lbs.; to operate a keyboard; to stand, sit, kneel, walk, stoop,
reach repeatedly throughout the workday. Library experience and experience with children a plus.

All library positions require the following criminal background and child abuse clearances: Report of criminal
history from the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP); Child Abuse History Clearance from the Department of
Human Services (Child Abuse); and Fingerprint based federal criminal history submitted through the
Pennsylvania State Police or its authorized agent (FBI).

Position Type: Full time; Exempt
Salary Information: $53,009.32 Annually
Shift: Hours vary including nights and weekends.

Deadline: Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

To apply go to www.chesco.org and click on Employment