Children’s Librarian: Brandon Public Library

Location: Brandon Public Library

Employment Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Reports to: Branch Manager

Opening Date: April 20, 2026

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Position Summary

The Children’s Librarian is responsible for planning, developing, and delivering high-quality library services and programs for children from birth through age 12, as well as working with tweens and teens, and their caregivers. This position promotes early literacy, supports educational development, and fosters a lifelong love of reading through engaging programming, community outreach, and collection development.

Duties and Responsibilities

· Plan and implement engaging programs for children, including story times and early literacy activities

· Develop seasonal initiatives such as Summer Reading programs

· Maintain and promote children’s collections

· Build partnerships with schools and community organizations

· Provide excellent customer service to patrons

· Maintain program statistics and reports

· Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in Library & Information Science, Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education or a related field required

· MLIS preferred

· Experience working with children preferred

· Strong communication and organizational skills

· Ability to work a schedule within the hours of the branch, including evenings and weekends

· Ability to lift 30–40 pounds

Salary and Benefits

$15.00 – $18.00 per hour (paid monthly)

Includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, and PERS participation

How to Apply
Submit application and resume to: bnichols@cmrls.lib.ms.us
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