Youth Services Manager (Librarian II)

Full Time - 40 Hours/Week – Duncan Branch Library

The Youth Services Manager is responsible for operations of the Duncan Branch Library Youth Services Team and reports to the Branch Manager.

General Duties:

• Supervises one part-time Library Assistant and one part-time Library Page.

• Plans, implements and directs youth educational programs, literacy initiatives, partnerships, outreach and volunteer support for the branch.

• Collaborates with the Teen Services Coordinator to plan and implement programs and initiatives for young adults.

• Coordinates collection development and maintenance of children’s materials

• Makes program and collection decisions based on data, which include, but are not limited to program statistics, impact surveys, collection analyses, and system and branch-specific reports.

• Assists children, caregivers, parents, teachers, etc. with requests for information and library materials.

• Coordinates outreach activities with Alexandria City Public Schools, the Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities, and related organizations providing Youth Services in the community.

• Stays aware of professional trends and continually works to improve youth services.

• Functions as building officer in the Branch Manager’s absence.

• Weeds and updates the collection and evaluates print and digital resources.

• Participates on system Youth Services Committee and other committees.

• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities:

• Comprehensive knowledge of children’s and young adult literature, programming and services

• Management and supervisory skills, including team building, time management, and planning

• Excellent communication and customer service skills

• Passionate about public service and outreach to the community.

• Knowledge of integrated library systems and technology

• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing library environment

• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with staff

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

• Prior supervisory experience is preferred
  

Minimum Requirements:

Master's Degree in Library & Information Science from an ALA-accredited school; at least five years of experience in professional library work, including three or more years of experience in a supervisory capacity at the level of Librarian I; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Applicant must possess or obtain, within 3 months of hire, a license to practice as a registered professional librarian issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Salary Range: $ 63,346.40- $111,477 Annually

Benefits: Earns annual and sick leave and is eligible for health insurance, retirement, life insurance, long-term disability and long-term care insurance.

Location: 2501 Commonwealth Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301

Schedule: Hours are scheduled to meet the staffing needs of the Duncan Branch, and will include days, evenings and two Saturdays per month.

This position is open until filled