Librarian - Youth Services

Position Title: Librarian – Youth Services 

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours/week 

Reports to: Public Services Manager 

Starting Wage: $22/hour 

FLSA Status: Non-exempt 

Position Closing Date: Open until filled 

Position Summary: Provides direct public service to all library patrons, with a focus on children and teens. Under management guidance, plays a lead role in developing and implementing story times, summer reading programs, and other library initiatives. Plans and implements a wide variety of programming for youth of all ages and their families. Cooperates as a team member with all library staff in performing any duty essential to the achievement of efficient library operations. Acts in charge in the absence of a manager. This job requires the application of complex library and information science principles to assignments.  

Essential Job Functions: This list is illustrative, but not exhaustive for this position. 

• Assists patrons on the selection of library materials and resources.  

• Answers reference and information questions and conducts research when needed. 

• Plans, implements, and evaluates various types of library programs. 

• Provides outreach services within the community. 

• Plays a lead role with collection development, as assigned, including making ordering recommendations, weeding, and maintaining collections. 

• Provides professional guidance to other department members, as needed. 

• Serves as a point person for initiatives and projects, as assigned. 

• Plans and prepares displays, bulletin boards, and reading lists. 

• Assists with publicizing library programs, materials, and services. 

• Gives presentations to community groups. 

• Represents the Library at outside events. 

• Cultivates and maintains relationships within the community. 

• Attends professional meetings and serves on committees. 

• Assists with training new staff. 

• May oversee a library department under the supervision of a manager. 

• Acts as person in-charge of the building in the absence of a manager. 

• Resolves problems and responds to complaints. 

• Performs circulation and adult services functions as needed. 

• Keeps abreast of current professional trends. 

• Promotes and maintains a thorough knowledge of library services and programs. 

• Special projects as assigned. 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics: 

• Must have a customer-focused mindset. 

• Knowledge of library services and professional knowledge of library techniques and standards. 

• Ability to learn and implement best practices within the position focus areas. 

• Knowledge of the community preferred. 

• Story time experience preferred. 

• Ability to use and learn a variety of technologies. 

• Ability to assess and meet community and patron needs. 

• Must be team-focused, flexible, and willing to provide service to all ages and backgrounds. 

• Must be inquisitive and eager to learn new things. 

• Must have a track record of initiative, enthusiasm, and a passion for community engagement. 

Minimum Training, Education, and Experience: 

• MLIS required. 

• Related experience strongly preferred. 

Physical Requirements: 

• This position requires stationery and mobile activities. 

• Must be able to bend, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds on occasion. 

• Valid driver’s license required. 

Other: 

• Schedule will include daytime, evening, and weekend hours (including Sundays), and may include six-day workweeks. 

• The successful candidate will have excellent attendance habits and be comfortable working as an in-charge person as needed. 

• Flexibility in scheduling required. 

• Health, dental, and vision insurance available. Participation in OPERS. Generous time off and sick leave. 

Please email a cover letter and resume to director@ritter.lib.oh.us.