Youth Services Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, organize, direct, and evaluate activities, operations, and expenditures within the Youth Services Department.
• Convey and carry out the Mission and Vision Statements, Objectives and Goals of the Library's Strategic Plan.
• Supervise and evaluate department staff and department programs relating to Youth Services and operations.
• Participate in collection development and budget allocation within the overall Library materials and program budget.

Qualifications

• A master's degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited institution with relevant Youth Services course work.
• A minimum of three (3) years public library service, including significant supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of computer systems, applications, and peripherals for libraries, as well as online searching skills and the ability to implement this knowledge and skill as appropriate.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Understanding of mobile devices and WiFi networks.
• Demonstrated patience and skill in dealing with the general public.

Special Requirements

• Certification in Librarianship from the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

Required Knowledge, Abilities, Experience, And Skills

• Proficiency in the use of automated library systems and in the use of electronic library information resources, including database searching, e-resources and the internet.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of social media platforms.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of and sensitivity to the special needs of children and their families from birth to age twelve.
• Established experience in storytelling and storytelling techniques.
• Superior ability to write reports and correspondence.
• Ability to communicate fluently and speak before groups; compute statistics and interpret graphs; troubleshoot technology; set priorities and work with frequent interruptions; train staff and public.