What are the responsibilities and job description for the Children's Librarian position at City of Bellevue?
Full-Time CEA Hourly Range $26.97 - $36.13
POSITION TITLE: Children’s Librarian
REPORTS TO: Librarian II – Head of Youth Services
SUPERVISES: Library Clerks and Volunteers as assigned
PURPOSE OF POSITION: Under the direction of the Head of Youth Services, responsible for providing library services, programs and activities for young people.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Plans, prepares, markets, implements and supervises programs that enlighten and entertain children, such as story times, guest presenters, craft activities, library orientation, summer reading programs and other programs for the general public, for preschool, day care, school, Scout groups and other children’s groups both at the library and at other locations.
Maintains and establishes partnerships with area businesses and organizations for their support and involvement in children’s programming.
Maintains records and prepares reports on themes presented and the attendance of such events, and submits reports as assigned.
Performs supervisory responsibilities over paraprofessional and clerical employees and volunteers as needed or assigned, including training, planning, assigning, directing work, addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Staffs the Children’s area, greeting users and assisting them with accessing all library resources including assisting with reference questions, locating appropriate materials, assisting with the use of the online catalog, assisting with the use of public computers, referring users to programming and resources that the Children’s Department offers.
Assists with the maintenance of the Children’s area, including shelving and organizing books and other materials as directed by the Head of Youth Services.
Supports children’s collection development through the selection and de-selection of library materials under the direction of the Head of Youth Services and in accordance with the library’s collection development policy.
Designs and prepares print materials to support library activities such as posters, handouts, bookmarks, flyers, brochures, bulletin boards, displays and other promotional materials and uses social media in these efforts when directed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Continued)
Attends conferences, meetings, webinars, and workshops to stimulate interest in the use of the library and to acquire additional professional knowledge.
*Attendance at the assigned work location is an essential function.
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:
Works scheduled evenings and weekends as assigned.
Assists at the circulation desk as directed.
Serves as the public floor supervisor as needed or assigned.
Performs related duties as directed or as the situation dictates.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND ABILITY:
Knowledge of children's literature and age appropriate educational materials.
Knowledge of standard library principles, procedures, methods, practices, and materials and tools.
Skill in utilizing computer word processing and computer graphics software.
Ability to use standard library databases and how to effectively search them.
Ability to use modern technology, including mobile devices, Microsoft Office software and social media.
Ability to communicate effectively, present programs, and respond to questions from supervisors, coworkers, and the general public.
Ability to read, interpret, and apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
Ability to use creative and critical thinking skills in the development of programs.
Ability to work independently, prioritize work, meet deadlines, and make decisions on the basis of established policies and procedures.
Ability to perform effective library reference, readers advisory and other professional library work.
Ability to stimulate the interest of readers in library resources through the effective planning and implementation of various programs, workshops and activities.
Ability to organize and supervise the work of clerical employees and volunteers as assigned.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, coworkers, subordinates and the general public.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND ABILITY: (Continued)
Demonstrates professional behavior that supports team efforts and enhances team behavior, performance and productivity.
ESSENTIAL EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION AND/OR LICENSES:
Must possess an associates degree, with a bachelor’s degree preferred.
Minimum of 1-3 years of prior library experience working with children and/or youth preferred.
Must possess a valid drivers’ license at the time of hire and maintain it throughout the course of employment.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and typical working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is generally performed indoors in a library setting. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds in setting up tables and chairs to prepare for programs. Some outdoor work is required during the summer. Work duties also require a great deal of interaction with the general public.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel, speak clearly and hear. The employee frequently is required to walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to stand and climb or balance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Work duties require a great deal of interaction with the general public and may be stressful when working under deadlines.
Revised 1/2017
Revised 1/24/17
Revised 8/19/13
Revised 7/31/13
Revised 7/12/22
Revised 10/2024
Updated 01/2025
The City of Bellevue is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability. If specific accommodations are needed in order to apply for this position, please contact the Personnel Office at (402)293-3019.
Salary : $27 - $36