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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Librarian, Children’s Services Department</div>
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Date: July 3, 2024</div>
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Hours: Full-time (35 hours)</div>
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Starting Salary 18.11/hour; Starting compensation depends on qualifications and experience.</div>
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ABOUT THE LIBRARY</div>
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Since 1903, the Barberton Public Library has been an essential community asset. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid vacation and sick leave, 12 paid holidays, voluntary health, dental, and life insurance benefits, and retirement through
the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS). The Library supports continuing education for all staff members.</div>
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JOB RESPONSIBILITIES</div>
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Come join our team! The Barberton Public Library is seeking a dynamic, creative, and enthusiastic individual who will provide strong public library services to children, educators, and families in our community. The Children’s Librarian position is full-time,
scheduled at 35 hours per week. The Librarian works a flexible schedule, which will include nights and weekends on a rotating basis.</div>
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Working closely with the Children’s Services Manager, the Librarian will maintain and promote a collection and programs that support juvenile and family literacy. The successful applicant will have an excellent knowledge of children’s literature and strong
readers’ advisory skills. The Librarian will provide reference services to children and other customers of all ages, assist in collection development duties, develop and present age-appropriate programs, and perform clerical duties as needed.</div>
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REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES</div>
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A Master of Library and Information Science degree from an ALA accredited School of Library and Information Science required. A good working knowledge of classic and contemporary children’s literature and reference materials is preferred. Experience in a public
library or similar setting working with children, children’s resources, and children’s programming is required. Applicants with 6 credit hours or less towards completion of the M.L.I.S may also be considered. Knowledge of the principles of intellectual freedom
as they relate to libraries. Ability to pass a criminal background check and education verification checks. Valid driver’s license, automobile insurance and reliable personal transportation.</div>
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APPLICATION PROCESS</div>
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The position is open until filled, but applicants applying by July 24, 2024, will receive first consideration. Library employment applications are available at www.barbertonlibrary.org/employment or at the Customer Service desk. Please complete an employment
application and return with a cover letter and resume to:</div>
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Barberton Public Library</div>
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Attn: Ann Hutchison, Director</div>
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602 West Park Avenue </div>
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Barberton, OH 44203</div>
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Or email to: employment@barbertonlibrary.org</div>
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602 W. Park Avenue, Barberton, Ohio 44203</div>
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