PT Librarian – Youth Services at White Plains Public Library

Metropolitan New York Library Council

  • New York City, NY
  • $30.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 2 months ago
  • Apply easily
Do you love working with teens? Helping them find a great read, the answer to a homework problem, and just brightening up their day? The White Plains Public Library has openings for Part-Time Librarians in our Youth Services Department, with a focus on working in the Edge, our teen library.Duties include, but are not limited to
  • Providing circulation assistance, customer service, reference, reader's advisory, and homework help in the Edge, our Teen Library for grades 7-12.
  • Overseeing the Edge during its busiest hours and ensuring teen patrons have a rewarding experience while also following the Library's code of conduct.
  • Occasionally working in the Trove, our children's library.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Master's degree in library or information science (MLS/MSIS). Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
  • NYS Public Librarian Certificate.
  • Bilingual Spanish speaking is strongly preferred.
Required Skills
  • Ability to work with a diverse group of children, teens and adults.
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Being very approachable and welcoming, while enforcing the Library's rules and code of conduct.
  • Ability to work independently.
Shifts include Monday-Wednesday 4-7pm, Fridays 3-6pm, and some weekend hours.Rate of pay: $30/hour.If interested, please email cover letter and resume by Tuesday, July 8 to: Joshua Carlson, Manager of Youth Services,

Metropolitan New York Library Council