Job Opportunities

Children’s Librarian – Full Time

David A Howe Public Library – Wellsville, NY

The Board of Trustees of the David A. Howe Public Library in Wellsville, NY, is accepting applications for the position of Children’s Librarian. The library seeks an energetic, innovative and forward-thinking candidate with a vision for library services for children, ages 10 and under.

The Children’s Librarian will be responsible for:

• Creation, promotion and implementation of programs and initiatives including story times, book discussions, summer reading programs, library tours and other specialized activities for children 10 and under.
• Collection development including selection and purchase of materials for the Children’s Department, and collection maintenance and evaluation
• Working with Youth Librarian and other programming staff on special events and initiatives
• Assisting library patrons at the circulation desks with service and information needs, including reference and readers advisory services
• Community outreach including fostering connections with local school districts and organizations
• Using media and technology to promote reading and learning

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Experience working with children, preferably in a library environment, and knowledge of child development and age-appropriate activities
• Knowledge of children’s literature and other library resources for children
• Ability to work independently and manage numerous diverse tasks

Please email a meaningful cover letter, resume and at least 3 professional references to Nic Gunning, Director, at gunningn@stls.org.

Documents should be sent as Word or PDF attachments. Subject line should read: “Children’s Librarian – David A. Howe Public Library”.
Please provide your full name, physical mailing address, and primary phone number in the body of the email.

Closing date for receipt of applications: September 5, 2025

For the complete job description, please choose the following link: Wellsville Childrens Librarian

Digital Equity Project Manager – Part-time, Temporary, Contractual with a Memorandum of Understanding

Various Locations – Broome, Chemung, Chenango, Delaware, Schuyler, Steuben, Tompkins, Tioga Counties

The Southern Tier Digital Equity Coalition (STDEC) seeks to hire one part-time, temporary digital equity program manager to help establish STDEC’s position as a regional networking hub. 

This work includes data gathering, data visualizations, reports, storytelling materials, and other resources produced by and for STDEC. These data visualizations must be easily understood by community members, legislators, etc., and would help STDEC participants to have conversations around digital equity.  The program manager would also be required to develop STDEC’s website, which would contain all of the materials listed above, and created as part of the contractual Memorandum of Understanding. This position oversees four other part-time consultants. 

This position will entail working with and considering the needs of people of diverse backgrounds, including aging individuals, formerly incarcerated adults, individuals with disabilities, individuals with language barriers, low-income households, racial and ethnic minorities, rural inhabitants, and veterans. 

Please see the following link for a detailed job posting and application information: Digital Equity Project Manager

Community Anchor Consultants (4 positions) – Part Time, Temporary, Contractual

Various Locations – Chenango, Broome, Delaware, Tompkins, Tioga, Chemung, Schuyler, and Steuben Counties: Binghamton, Elmira-Corning, Ithaca

The Southern Tier Digital Equity Coalition (STDEC) will hire four part-time community anchor consultants to assess existing local digital equity resources (examples of resources). These consultants will identify gaps in available digital literacy assistance throughout the region.  They will compile existing training for public librarians and staff at other community anchor institutions to address these needs.  In short, these consultants will examine and identify specific digital equity needs in each community and prepare detailed plans for upcoming grant opportunities. Each consultant will summarize findings, conversations, focus groups, etc. and work with the other consultants and regional stakeholders to assist in the development of future digital equity projects or recommendations.

Please see the following link for a detailed job posting and application information: Community Anchor Consultant