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*Librarian I: Children's Services*
Do you love children’s literature, enjoy keeping abreast of publishing
trends, and delight in creating a top-notch collection that will engage
readers? Then come join us at the White Plains Public Library.
Due to retirement, the White Plains Public Library has an opening for a
Librarian I to work in The Trove, our library for children. One of the
busiest public libraries in New York State, the White Plains Public Library
values excellent customer service as well as innovation and experimentation
in services and programs.
In addition to acquiring much of our book collection, as a Librarian I, you
will provide reference and reader’s advisory services to children and
adults, plan and conduct programs, lead classes and workshops, among other
responsibilities. Special consideration will be given to candidates with
experience in publishing, education, book selling, or other work with
children. Applicants must be available to work evening as well as weekend
hours.
Candidates should genuinely like working with children and adults,
appreciate providing library services to a diverse, multilingual
population, and be able to work effectively with colleagues. They must also
be outward looking, helping to ensure that the Library remains responsive
to the White Plains community.
The City of White Plains is located 25 miles north of New York City in
Westchester County. Home to 55,000 residents, the City’s population expands
to 250,000 every workday as thousands of people travel to the City for work
or school. The modern downtown has enjoyed a recent revitalization with
expanded shopping and dining options. With a Metro North commuter railroad
station and a bus transit center, people from all over Westchester County
make White Plains a destination for work, leisure and study.
The White Plains Public Library serves the City through one facility,
located in downtown White Plains. With a staff of 42 FTE, in 2014 the
Library attracted nearly 30,000 people to its programs and circulated over
700,000 items. In addition to the Trove, the library for children, in 2013
the Library opened the Edge, an innovative library for teens that includes
a digital media lab. The final phase of its capital campaign will create
the Hub, with a Learning Commons for adults as well as a café and bookstore.
Starting salary is $53,689 to $55,311 depending on experience; excellent
benefits.
Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in library or information science
(MLS) from a program that is accredited by the American Library Association
or recognized by the New York State Education Department as following
accepted education practices.
Special Requirements: Eligibility for a New York State Public Librarian’s
Professional Certificate at the time of application; possession of
certificate at the time of appointment. The successful candidate will also
be required to pass a civil service examination and be reachable for
permanent appointment.
The City of White Plains is an Equal Opportunity Employer
If interested, please email cover letter and resume to by April 17 to:
Brian Kenney, Library Director, bkenney_at_whiteplainslibrary.org. Please put
“Librarian Opening” in the subject line.
Received on Wed Apr 12 2017 - 11:52:51 EDT