What are the responsibilities and job description for the Children's Librarian position at Spartanburg County Public Libraries?
POSTING DATE: July 21, 2026
JOB TITLE: Children's Librarian, Grade 23
LOCATION: Headquarters Library
DATE AVAILABLE: March 1, 2026
SALARY: $43,888 per year (Includes generous benefits package)
HOURS: 40 hours per week
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Master’s Degree in Library Science from an accredited ALA library school and knowledge of Children’s Services in a public library
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
JOB TITLE: Children's Librarian, Grade 23
LOCATION: Headquarters Library
DATE AVAILABLE: March 1, 2026
SALARY: $43,888 per year (Includes generous benefits package)
HOURS: 40 hours per week
One night out of each week; One Friday night until 6:15 PM out of the month; One weekend out of the month
All other weekdays 8:30 AM-5:30 PM
(Note: Must be flexible to accommodate schedule changes may be asked to work other times)
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Master’s Degree in Library Science from an accredited ALA library school and knowledge of Children’s Services in a public library
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Plans, presents and promotes creative and innovative programs that meet the needs of children
- Stays informed of the needs and interests of families and children, birth through age twelve, through library patron interactions and reading of current journals, websites and literature
- Incorporates The Basics Palmetto and Every Child Ready to Read concepts into programs and the environment for children ages 0-5
- Assist with summer reading planning for children, birth through age twelve, for the library system
- Supports the work of the Children's Department director, assisting with special projects as needed
- Assist with planning of school visits and field trip requests
- Tracks and submits program statistics
- Participates in maintaining an attractive department including maintaining and promoting collections, displays and signage
- Provides superior customer service with information requests, reader’s advisory questions, computers, digital devices, and other library equipment
- Remains aware of safety and security issues and takes appropriate action as needed; roves the library to maintain awareness of patron needs and security
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
- Master’s Degree in Library Science from an accredited ALA library school and knowledge of Children’s Services in a public library
- Thorough knowledge of professional library principles, procedures, materials and practices with public library experience
- Comprehensive knowledge of children’s literature
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient with technology
- Ability to establish deadlines, monitor progress, and work well with a team
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
- SCPL uses multi-factor authentication for network and program access. Employees may be required to use their personal device for MFA.
- Driver’s license valid in the State of South Carolina with the ability to drive to other libraries or community outreach
The library accepts applications with cover letter and resume when a job position is available. Drug Testing is a part of the library’s hiring process. If you require any accommodations in applying for any position, please do not hesitate to ask. The Spartanburg County Public Library is proud to be tobacco free.
151 South Church Street, Spartanburg, South Carolina 29306-3241, (864)596-3507, www.spartanburglibraries.org
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Salary : $43,888