Youth Services Librarian Kinnelon Public Library

Job Title: Youth Services Librarian (Full-Time)

Organization: Kinnelon Public Library

Location: Kinnelon, NJ

About the Position
The Kinnelon Public Library is seeking an energetic, creative, and community-focused Youth
Services Librarian to serve children ages 6 and up. This position emphasizes dynamic
programming, strong community partnerships, and leadership in youth-focused digital services.

This position will work collaboratively with our Youth Services Librarian who specializes in
birth to age 5, ensuring seamless, developmentally appropriate services and a cohesive approach
to youth engagement across all early and school-age years.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and present engaging programs for children and tweens (ages 6+) both in
  - library and off-site
• Collaborate closely with our Youth Services Librarian to coordinate services,
  programming, and outreach across age groups
• Serve as the primary liaison to local schools, homeschool groups, Scout troops, and other
  youth organizations
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with educators, youth leaders, and
  community partners
• Lead and expand the library’s digital offerings for youth, including e-resources, digital
  literacy initiatives, and online programming
• Provide readers’ advisory, reference, and technology assistance to children and caregivers
• Participate in outreach events, library initiatives, and system-wide projects
• Stay current with trends in youth services, education, and digital engagement

Qualifications
Required:

• Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS/MLS) from an ALA
  - accredited program;
  Candidates in the process of completing a Library or Information
  Science program at an ALA-accredited university will be considered
• Experience working with children ages 6+ in a library, educational, or youth-focused
  setting
• Strong presentation and communication skills
• Comfort with digital tools, platforms, and emerging technologies

Preferred:

• Experience developing and delivering youth programs
• Background working with schools, Scouts, or similar organizations
• Knowledge of children’s literature and youth media trends
• Creativity, flexibility, and a collaborative spirit

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young people and families
• A collaborative youth services team with shared goals and complementary age-group
  expertise
• Supportive environment that encourages innovation and creativity

Kinnelon Public Library is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our workforce.

Main is the engine that powers over 60 Libraries in seven counties in New Jersey. We provide quality services, programs, learning platforms, cost-sharing, and the technology framework to keep our member libraries running 24/7.