Summary

This job is for a Children's Librarian at a public library in Virginia, where you'll help kids and families find books, run fun reading programs, and connect with the community through events and partnerships.

It's perfect for someone who loves working with children, enjoys creative activities, and is great at talking to people while handling multiple tasks in a team setting.

The role involves varied hours, including weekends and evenings, to serve the community fully.

Key Requirements

Master’s degree in library science from an ALA-accredited school
Six months of related library experience
Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills
Excellent multi-tasking and organizational abilities
Proficiency with technology and library resources
Ability to plan and lead children's programs
Availability for weekends, evenings, and holidays

Full Job Description

Loudoun County Public Library (LCPL) builds community by promoting the joy of reading and learning. Serving as the civic center of the community, LCPL provides free and equal access to a full variety of library resources and innovative technologies to enhance the quality of life and meet the informational, educational, and cultural interests of the entire community.

Requirements

Loudoun County Public Library (LCPL) is offering collaborative, energetic, community-oriented candidates the opportunity to become a full-time Children’s Services Librarian at the Lovettsville Library in Lovettsville, VA.

As a member of an enthusiastic team, Children’s Services Librarians:

Provide direct customer service in reference, reader's advisory, programming and circulation functions.
Assist customers in the use of library resources and technologies.
Work in a collaborative environment with other staff to complete daily tasks, conduct programs and coordinate outreach.
Plan and lead programs for Children.
Conduct outreach and create partnerships with community organizations.

Successful candidates will be passionate, creative team players with excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills. Must possess strong multi-tasking, organizational and technology skills. All staff work in a collaborative environment to complete daily tasks, conduct programs and coordinate outreach.

LCPL provides services seven (7) days a week. Work schedules vary and include weekends, evenings and holidays.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

A master’s degree in library science from an American Library Association accredited school and six (6) months of related library experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• One (1) year prior experience providing direct customer service to the public strongly preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products preferred.
• Spanish/English bilingual skills preferred.

Loudoun County provides a language stipend for individuals who pass a language proficiency test.

Additional Information

Successful candidates will undergo background checks as required.

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