Erikoiskirjastovirkailija, Etelä-Haagan kirjasto - Helsingin kaupunki - Helsinki, Suomi

We are seeking a specialized librarian for children and youth services at South-Haaga Library, starting from June 8, 2026, in a permanent position. The main focus is on services for pre-school children and primary school grades 1-3. The library is busy with many children and families, located next to South-Haaga School, with several kindergartens and schools nearby, including Finnish, Swedish, and English language schools and high schools. The work location is South-Haaga Library, part of a triple library system, with close cooperation with Munkkiniemi and Pohjois-Haaga libraries. As a specialist, you will be part of the children's and youth team of the western service area, supporting your work and actively participating. Your tasks include planning, implementing, and developing activities and events for families and young children from infants to primary school age, such as storytelling hours, baby and toddler sessions, rhymes, craft workshops, or media education sessions. You will participate in marketing and communication, conduct class visits with a partner, and other library work for children and youth. The position requires a suitable professional qualification. Good Finnish and English language skills are required, along with satisfactory Swedish or excellent other language skills. Previous experience working with children and group activities is required. Good interaction, communication, and presentation skills are expected. Customer-oriented attitude and enthusiasm for active engagement with children and their parents are valued. Knowledge of children's literature is a plus. Collaboration with kindergarten and school teachers is essential. You are a creative librarian, actively involved in service development and experiments with your team. You utilize environmental information to ensure services meet residents' needs. You are proactive, organized, and a supportive, constructive, and reliable colleague. The work includes regular evening and weekend shifts, with a weekly working time of 36 hours and 15 minutes. We offer meaningful work, a friendly and encouraging work community, comprehensive employment benefits, and training opportunities. Helsinki promotes equality and non-discrimination, and this recruitment is conducted anonymously, focusing on professional skills and experience. Submit your application through our recruitment system, ensuring it follows anonymity principles.