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Company Name : Multnomah County, OR
Location : Portland, OR
Position : Youth Librarian

Job Description : Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
Pay Range:
$30.56 – $37.50 Hourly
Department:
Library Department
Job Type:
Regular Represented
Exemption Status:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
April 10, 2022

The Opportunity:

Does this sound like you?
Your bookshelf contains Last Night at the Telegraph Club , A Snake Falls to Earth , When You Trap A Tiger , and You Can’t Take An Elephant On The Bus . That eclectic collection speaks volumes about your dedication to younger readers. There may even be a puppet or two among those books. You are a seasoned storytime presenter and an accomplished advocate for youth services. You look forward to helping teens with homework and are ready to give parents and caregivers some reasons to do the same. You are focused, flexible, and fabulous.
And we want to work with you.
Multnomah County Library is looking for a creative, customer service-oriented, charismatic Youth Librarian to join our Hollywood library team! We may use the hiring list created by this recruitment to fill future full time, part time and limited duration Youth Librarian vacancies should they become available.

As the Hollywood Youth Librarian, you implement services designed to support the informational, educational and recreational needs of youth, with an emphasis on youth and families most significantly impacted by systematic marginalization. You demonstrate respect for diversity and inclusion of cultural values, and continually develop cultural responsiveness and work to address implicit bias in order to provide inclusive service to our community.
You draw on your deep expertise in youth literature, research and other areas to assess the needs of your patrons while you plan, prepare and implement programs (including storytimes) and outreach to youth and families. You know how important it is to connect with our patrons, so outreach will be an important part of your duties. You build and maintain professional relationships with children, teens, families, educators and care providers in the community we serve. You work closely with your branch administrator and fellow branch staff, as well as the Youth Services team, to ensure the library is a welcoming space for all of the community we serve.
Your focus will be on the Hollywood library but you also support your designated library region as a whole. You work closely with your regional staff colleagues and you are a liaison between the local branch, regional, and systemwide Youth Services teams.
You are responsible for connecting patrons (internal and external) with the information and services they seek, building and maintaining professional relationships with patrons and community partners, and delivering a variety of professional-level library services. In particular, the Youth Librarian assists all patrons, with a focus on serving youth (from birth to age 18), families and those who work with youth. They place an emphasis on providing the community with the information and support they seek.
In this role, you can also expect to:
Serve as the person in charge of the library
Be a change agent who is flexible and adaptable
Take risks and try new things
Be a team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Manage projects, set priorities and juggle multiple tasks effectively
Develop and deliver training and programs to the public and staff
Keep up with the library profession and public library trends and share your knowledge with colleagues generously
Embrace technological tools in service to our mission and priorities
Be a champion for promoting reading to people of all ages
The library is open and welcoming to all members of our community, including individuals who may be encountering hardships or challenges that affect their behavior and interactions. This position requires someone with the ability to work respectfully and capably with people from all backgrounds and age groups. You must demonstrate a positive attitude, excellent interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity and a sense of humor while working with customers, co-workers and community. In providing customer service, you may encounter situations that require de-escalation or assistance from a supervisor or person-in-charge. Your ability to exercise quick and mature judgment in dealing with potentially disruptive, physically dangerous or abusive customers and emergencies is crucial.
Multnomah County Library is committed to supporting our communities of color and other communities subjected to marginalization by centering race and intersectionality in the services we provide. As a member of our team, all staff are expected to act as allies to library staff and patrons from communities of color and other groups subjected to marginalization by:

Speaking up to support staff and patrons subjected to marginalization

Speaking out against racism and oppression

Demonstrating behavior that is culturally aware and sensitive

Learn more about the library’s services on our website .
To Qualify

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills:
Master’s degree in library science from an American Library Association accredited program. There is no substitution for this degree requirement.
Strong cultural sensitivity and competency abilities.
Knowledge and understanding of the theories of child and adolescent learning and development and how those theories might impact library service from birth to high school.
Experience with past and present children’s and young adult literature, periodicals, audiovisual materials, websites, electronic media and other materials.
Ability to pass a criminal records check, should a job offer be extended. Results of the records check will be reviewed on an individualized basis. A conviction is not an automatic bar to employment.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: To protect the health of the community and employees, Multnomah County requires employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved medical or religious exception as a qualification of employment.
The rule applies to all employees, as allowable by law. Candidates who receive an offer of County employment must provide proof of vaccination upon hire or submit an exception request prior to their start date.
Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
Two years of professional youth librarian experience is desirable.
Experience planning, preparing and implementing culturally sensitive programs (including storytimes) that are of interest to children, young adults, caregivers and adults working with children is preferred.
Understanding of the impact of systemic oppression and its potential impact on marginalized patrons seeking library services.
Knowledge of and experience working with the LGBTQIA2S+ community, specifically teens, youth, and families within that community.
Screening and Evaluation

The Application Packet:
A completed online application.
A cover letter addressing how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position.
Please apply only once for this opportunity.
The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page . We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
Initial review of minimum qualifications
An evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates
Consideration of top candidates/interviews
Reference and criminal records checks

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don’t just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Questions?
Recruiter:
Anthony Cesario
Email:
anthonyc@multco.us
Phone:
+1 (503) 9883109 x83109
Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
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