Teen Outreach Librarian

Position Title: Teen Outreach Librarian

Supervisor’s Title: Teen Services Manager FLSA Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Job Classification and Pay Range: Young Adult Librarian (MLS, Certified): $18.03-$30.00 per hour ($37,500-$62,400 per year)

Purpose

Under the direct supervision of the Teen Services Manager, the Teen Outreach Librarian will connect with and empower teens inside and outside of the library through schools and other organizations serving teens by being a positive adult in the lives of the teens, modeling excellent behavior, and encouraging them to find their passion all while providing a safe and affirming environment.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must…

• Be willing to make and maintain community contacts outside of the library
• Be an advocate for all teens in Bartholomew county
• Work as a team with other Teen Services staff, as well as with other Outreach staff
• Positively represent the library to the community
• Be reliable and dependable with excellent follow-through
• Be knowledgeable and have an interest in Young Adult literature
• Have experience/or a passion for working with teens
• Have excellent communication skills

The person in this position will:

• Be the liaison between BCPL and the public and private middle and high schools in Bartholomew county
• Spend time with teens outside of the library to build rapport through regularly scheduled programming and school/outreach visits
• Build rapport with teens inside the library through regularly scheduled programming, and being available during after-school time in the Teen Area/Room
• Work with other Teen Services and Outreach departments to maintain and develop collaborations between local agencies and BCPL for outreach programming opportunities
• Conduct community-wide projects/programs that include teens inside and outside of the library
• Assist in the planning, execution, and promotion of daily after school programs
• Fill in for other Teen staff's programs as needed and as availability allows
• Coordinate and take the lead on class visits and teen student tours at the library, conducting library instruction, research assistance, and reader's advisory during these events
• Maintains awareness of current library trends, participates in professional meetings and conferences
• Serve on relevant library teams and committees
• Other duties as assigned

Education and/or Experience

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have the following education and/or experience:

• MLIS Degree from ALA-accredited institution, or ability to obtain such a degree within 6 months of hire
• Level 3 Library Certification in the State of Indiana, or ability to procure such certification within a year of hire
• Experience working with teens

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Customer Service- Provides prompt, attentive, and friendly customer service in-person, by phone and via digital means; represents the organization well; maintains personal accountability and ownership for providing excellent customer service; seeks and responds to feedback from customers to improve service; follows up and meets commitments; shows willingness to go out of his or her way to help patrons.
• Teamwork- Cooperates and works together with all coworkers; plans and completes job duties with minimal supervisory direction, including appropriate judgment; collaborates with and supports coworkers by helping out where needed; creates and maintains positive relationships with coworkers; asks for and listens to coworker feedback and incorporates feedback into revised processes; completes work on time and with proper quality; supports cross-training and shares learning with others; understands we are all stewards of the taxpayer dollars.
• Communications and Media- proficiency in spoken and written English; Communicates ideas and thoughts clearly, accurately, and respectfully; listens to others and seeks to understand other’s perspectives; has knowledge of communication techniques and methods, including alternate ways to inform and educate using digital media, including but not limited to email, Internet and social media sites.
• Adaptability- Willingness to take on new challenges and responsibilities; open to change and variety within the workplace; works hard to implement successful change in areas of responsibility; recommends and implements changes to improve processes and customer service.
• Image- Portrays a positive image of the library; is a strong public ambassador and promotes library programs and services during customer interactions and within the community.
• Technical- Proficiency in using computers and related software; experience with library management system software, including cataloging systems and public interface systems.

Schedule Availability

The person in this position must be available to work these times: M-F, mornings, afternoons, and evenings with an emphasis on after-school hours. Occasionally, the person in this position will be asked to work Saturdays 9-6.

Physical Demands

The employee frequently is required to:

• • Stand, walk, and sit
  • Use hands and fingers to handle books, paper, and technology
  • Speak and listen to others
  • See and read
  • Reach with hands and arms
  • Stoop, kneel, and crouch
• Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Travel Demands

• The employee must have the capability to travel for professional development events and outreach visits