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Children's Librarian
City of Willows – Willows, CA
Job Summary
The City of Willows is seeking an enthusiastic and community-focused Children's Librarian to plan and deliver library programs and services for children and young adults. This full-time position plays an important role in promoting literacy, creativity, and lifelong learning while building positive relationships with youth and families in the community.
This is a full-time, non-exempt position (40 hours per week). The position may require evening and weekend hours.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Plan, promote, present, and evaluate age-appropriate programs for children and young adults, including Storytime's, crafts, book talks, videos, songs, and discussion groups
- Conduct outreach and serve as a liaison to schools, daycares, homeschool providers, and community organizations
- Assist children, teens, and adults with selecting library materials and using the library catalog, computers, and internet resources
- Encourage reading, learning, and creativity in a welcoming and inclusive environment
- Support strong parent-child relationships through library services and programs
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Skills, Knowledge, and Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required; post-secondary education preferred
- Experience working with children required
- Knowledge of children's and young adult literature
- Ability to design and deliver engaging, creative programming
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with patrons of all ages
- Ability to learn and use library software and common computer applications
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
- Spanish speaking and reading skills preferred
- Ability to lift, carry, and shelve library materials
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license
Pay: $47, $58,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $58,000