Children's Librarian - Flynt Memorial Library, Flowood, MS

Children’s Librarian (Full-Time)
G. Chastaine Flynt Memorial Library, Flowood, MS

Date Posted: 07/28/2026
Date Expires: Open Until Filled
Date Available: 08/01/2026

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

Requirements

• 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 lift 30–40 pounds

Salary & Benefits
$15.00 – $18.00 per hour (paid monthly)
Includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, and PERS participation

Contact
Brenette Nichols (MLIS), Assistant Director
(601) 829-6513

To apply: Submit application and resume to bnichols@cmrls.lib.ms.us
Apply online at: CMRLS Employment Application — https://www.cmrls.lib.ms.us/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Employment-App.pdf

Location
Central Mississippi Regional Library System (CMRLS)
Serving Rankin, Scott, Simpson and Smith counties

Place/Environment
Public Library