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    Posted: 10/Aug/2012 at 5:51pm
Wouldn’t you like to live in the city ranked as #1 for Best Value by Kiplinger? Or how about the #8 Best City for Families (Parenting magazine)? And don’t forget Forbes #5 Best City for Young Professionals!
Omaha, NE is a great place to live, work and play. With a low cost of living, low unemployment, a strong economy, and a thriving music, arts, and dining scene, Omaha is a real treasure.
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Omaha Public Library is currently recruiting a Librarian 2 who will serve as the Manager of Programs and Lifelong Learning - Kids, Teens and Families. Reporting to the Library Executive Director, the ideal candidate will be an innovative and team-oriented leader who can work collaboratively across all departments and content areas to provide seamless service to our library members, with an emphasis on Youth Services.
Responsibilities for this position include the following:
•     Foster and maintain strong relationships with school districts to ensure collaborative work continues.
•     Lead initiatives to build and enhance programs to target early childhood literacy.
•     Facilitate communication and collaboration among youth services staff throughout the library system.
•     Monitor best practices in childhood development and library service, and set priorities for Omaha Public Library.
•     Create and implement system-wide programs and events that target kids, teens, and families.
•     Develop and lead training opportunities for staff focusing on youth service needs.
You must have successfully completed your Masters of Library Science (or its equivalent) and have a minimum of 3 years of experience working in a professional librarian position. You should have experience working in youth services, and a passion for building strong, innovative programs that draw kids and teens into our libraries.   
Please apply online through the City of Omaha website, where you will find additional information about the city, job benefits, and expectations. Applications must be completed by August 22, 2012.
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