LIBRARIAN
I (CHILDREN’S SERVICES) 0816
DISTINGUISHING
FEATURES OF THE CLASS
Under general supervision, an employee in this class
performs professional-level librarian duties in the Children’s Services area of
a public library. Supervision may be
exercised over nonprofessional staff, and the incumbent may participate in the
training of Librarian Trainees. The work
is reviewed by a higher-level librarian or administrator through conferences,
reports and observation. Does related work
as required.
TYPICAL WORK
ACTIVITIES
Provides advisory and guidance
services to children and caregivers;
Provides library informational,
reference and referral services to Children’s Services library patrons;
Provides basic
technology assistance to library patrons;
Performs routine cataloging and
classification of library materials used in Children’s Services;
Compiles bibliographies; selects or assists in the selection of books and other library materials for children;
Conducts book talks, multimedia
programs, story and picture book hours, and liaison activities with community
groups;
Prepares library exhibits, displays
and publicity materials focused on children and children’s library programs;
May supervise the work of
nonprofessional staff and participate in the training of Librarian Trainees;
Attends conferences, workshops and
in-service training sessions to keep informed of professional developments.
FULL PERFORMANCE
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Good knowledge of
modern public library organization, materials, methods and services; good knowledge of children’s literature
and children’s services; good knowledge of the employing library's policies and
procedures; good knowledge of bibliographical tools and sources; good knowledge
of the needs and makeup of the library district's population; ability to
conduct literature based children’s programs and activities for children and
caregivers; ability to work effectively with children and caregivers; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
with supervisors, co-workers, library patrons, members of professional library
organizations and community groups; ability and willingness to participate in
cultural and intellectual activities of the youth community; ability to provide basic technology assistance to
library patrons; ability to supervise the work of others in a manner conducive
to full performance and high morale; ability to express oneself clearly, both
orally and in writing; courtesy; good judgment; physical condition commensurate
with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS
OPEN COMPETITIVE
Either:
a) A Master's Degree in Library
Science (MLS) or a Master of Science in Information Science (MSIS) from a
library school program that is accredited by the American Library Association
or registered by the New York State Education Department, including or
supplemented by a minimum of twelve (12) credits of course work in children’s
services, with at least three (3) credits in children’s literature, or a valid New York State Public Librarian’s
Professional Certificate and a minimum of twelve (12) credits of course work in
children’s services, including at least three (3) credits in children’s
literature; or,
b) A Master’s Degree in Library
Science or a Master of Science in Information Science (MSIS) from a library
school program that is accredited by the American Library Association or
registered by the New York State Education Department or a valid New York State
Public Librarian's Professional Certificate and one (1) year of experience as a
professional librarian working in the Children’s Services area of a library;
or,
NOTE: Professional
experience is defined as experience gained after being awarded a Master’s
degree in Library Science (MLS), or a Master of Science in Information Science
(MSIS) or a valid New York State Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate.
c) An equivalent combination of
education and experience as defined by the limits of (a) and (b).
NECESSARY SPECIAL
REQUIREMENT
Eligibility for a
New York State Public Librarian's Professional Certificate at the time of
appointment and possession of the certificate within 26 weeks of appointment;
appointees must maintain a valid certification throughout their employment in
this title.
R 08/09/23
Competitive