Job Posting for the Position of Children’s Librarian (Permanent Part-time)
Hours: 13 hours/ week + 3 hours/month for social media
Start Date: To Be Determined
Salary Range: $18.00-$22.00/hour
Looking for a creative way to engage in the Athens community and work with children? Athens Public Library is searching for a Children’s Librarian!
Position Summary
The Children’s Librarian is responsible for overseeing services to children and teens including planning, collection development, programming and outreach, as well as front desk/circulation services. This position requires evening and weekend hours.
Qualifications
- Secondary School Diploma.
- Library Technician diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience, Ontario Library Service EXCEL Certificate, or willingness to complete the course.
- 2 or more years experience working with young children and/or youth.
- Proficient with technology.
- Excellent in customer service, writing and literacy skills.
- Knowledge of library systems and services.
- Physical ability to assist patrons, carry out library duties and to lift up-to 25 lbs without difficulty.
- Recent vulnerable sector police check.
- Possession of a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Key Responsibilities
- Plans, implements, and evaluates programs for children and teens at the library and off-site.
- Oversees children’s, teen and young adult collections, including purchasing and weeding. Manages budget for the materials and statistics for programs.
- Maintains and continues to develop the makerspace area.
- Supervises volunteers for Children’s Programming.
- Applies for grants compatible with Children’s Programming.
- Coordinates and posts the library’s social media pages and submits weekly programs to the Westport Review Mirror.
- Acts as person-in-charge in the absence of the CEO.
The Township of Athens Public Library’s Mission Statement is to provide the community of Athens with a welcoming, safe and equitable space for educational and literacy needs where everyone can learn, explore, create, connect and be inspired. We have placed a high value on delivering inspirational, educational and engaging children’s programming and resources.
Applicants are asked to include a cover letter, highlighting the skills you bring to this position, 3 references and your resume.
Attention: Library Board Chair – Pamela Carkner
Applications can be emailed to athenspubliclibrary@gmail.com OR
Dropped off during open hours to the library at 5 Central St. Athens, ON.
Applications will be received until 6 pm on Tuesday June 24, 2025
Thank you to all who apply, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.