Head of Youth Services Librarian
Responsibilities
The Head of Youth Services is responsible for the planning, coordinating and directing of the provision of library service work in providing a comprehensive program through collection development, programming, reference and readers advisory services and public relations for patrons of the library. The Head of Youth Services acts as a bridge liaison to the children and teen departments. The employee is required to perform all similar or related duties. Professional, supervisory, administrative and direct service work in providing a comprehensive program of public library services with a focus on technology to youth birth to 11 and their families through collection development, programming, reference and readers advisory services, and public relations for the Kingston Public Library; performs professional library functions of a responsible nature involving considerable judgment and initiative in designing programs, developing the children’s collection, and in supervising children’s activities; access to sensitive patron information; maintain a high degree of confidentiality and patron trust; all other related work as required.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA‑accredited school with a concentration in Children’s Services
- Experience in children’s services highly desirable
- Or any equivalent combination of education and experience
- Familiarity with technology highly desirable
- Certification by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners required within two (2) years of appointment
- CORI certification required as a condition of employment
Pay
Annual FY27, Grade 7 salary range: $62,527 – $81,286 (10 steps; hiring step based on relative experience and internal equity)
Schedule
Full‑time, 35 hours per week
Posted September 23, 2026; open until filled.