Teen Services PT Librarian I/Librarian Trainee

Summary

Teen Services Pt Librarian I/Librarian TraineeThe Huntington Public Library is looking for two energetic Librarian I or Librarian Trainees who are eager to serve our teen patrons through dynamic programming, collection development, and outreach. The ideal candidate will be proactive, adaptive, and willing to learn and try new things. We show up for our teen patrons each shift with enthusiasm, sincerity, and readiness.Schedule: 16-17.5 hours a week. Mostly evening shifts. One Saturday and one Sunday shift a month.Description of Duties: This position focuses on programming development and implementation for teenagers in Grades 7-12, usually in the afternoon or evening. Programs will take place at both our Main and Station locations.Responsibilities: Includes programming for teenagers in Grades 7-12; collection development; reference and readers' advisory; curating displays; may include school visits and other community outreach activities. Attend professional development meetings to keep up on current library services trends. Additional responsibilities as circumstances arise.Qualifications:MLS from an ALA-accredited institution and valid NYS Public Librarian Certificate, or presently enrolled in library school.General experience working with the public and diverse communities.Spanish proficiency is a plus.Maker Space experience is a plus.Salary: The salary starts at $32.82 for Librarian I. Trainee salary is set by the number of credits completed. This is a union position with vacation, sick, holiday, and personal time included.If interested, please submit a cover letter, resume, and references by November 6th, 2026, to:James Richeson, Head of Teen Services james_richeson@huntlib.org

Job Description

Teen Services Pt Librarian I/Librarian TraineeThe Huntington Public Library is looking for two energetic Librarian I or Librarian Trainees who are eager to serve our teen patrons through dynamic programming, collection development, and outreach. The ideal candidate will be proactive, adaptive, and willing to learn and try new things. We show up for our teen patrons each shift with enthusiasm, sincerity, and readiness.Schedule: 16-17.5 hours a week. Mostly evening shifts. One Saturday and one Sunday shift a month.Description of Duties: This position focuses on programming development and implementation for teenagers in Grades 7-12, usually in the afternoon or evening. Programs will take place at both our Main and Station locations.Responsibilities: Includes programming for teenagers in Grades 7-12; collection development; reference and readers' advisory; curating displays; may include school visits and other community outreach activities. Attend professional development meetings to keep up on current library services trends. Additional responsibilities as circumstances arise.Qualifications:MLS from an ALA-accredited institution and valid NYS Public Librarian Certificate, or presently enrolled in library school.General experience working with the public and diverse communities.Spanish proficiency is a plus.Maker Space experience is a plus.Salary: The salary starts at $32.82 for Librarian I. Trainee salary is set by the number of credits completed. This is a union position with vacation, sick, holiday, and personal time included.If interested, please submit a cover letter, resume, and references by November 6th, 2026, to:James Richeson, Head of Teen Services james_richeson@huntlib.org