Erikoiskirjastonhoitaja, Herttoniemen, Roihuvuoren ja Laajasalon kolmoiskirjasto - Helsingin kaupunki - Helsinki, Suomi

The team at the triple library of Herttoniemi, Roihuvuori, and Laajasalo is looking for an enthusiastic professional passionate about engaging with children and youth. The position is permanent starting from September 1, 2026, or as agreed. The libraries are located in shopping centers in Hertsi and Saira in the area, offering extensive self-service hours. Roihuvuori is a gem of the library network with a 1950s spirit. Staff work flexibly across all three locations and other libraries in East Helsinki, providing high-quality library services and achieving regional team goals. Responsibilities include promoting reading among children and youth through recommendations, events, and content development. The role involves planning, developing, and implementing library services, activities, cooperation, and communication related to youth reading promotion within the triple library, regional team, and citywide. Tasks also include customer service, logistics, and assistance with customer computers. The required qualification is a suitable higher education degree. Experience working with children and youth is necessary. Good proficiency in Finnish and English, and satisfactory Swedish skills are required. Knowledge of library and information sciences, familiarity with children’s and youth’s materials, creativity, and strong collaboration and communication skills are valued. The work involves shift work, including evenings, Saturdays, and Sundays, with a weekly schedule of 36 hours and 15 minutes. The employment terms follow the Municipal General Collective Agreement (KVTES). We offer a versatile, pleasant working environment, social significance, and various employee benefits such as leisure activities, Epassi Flex for commuting and cultural, sports, and wellness services. Helsinki promotes equality and non-discrimination, encouraging anonymous recruitment based on professional skills and experience. Applications should be submitted through our recruitment system, adhering to anonymity principles.