Youth Services Assistant

The Ada Public Library seeks an enthusiastic and innovative individual for the position of
Library Clerk/Youth Services Assistant.

Position:           Library Clerk/Youth Services Assistant
                          Part time, including some weekends and evenings    

Salary:             $13-14/hour minimum. 

Reports to:       Director

Essential duties include:

• Assists the Youth Services Coordinator with library programming for youth and their families. 
• Assists in planning and implementing Summer Reading, Winter Reading, and recurring weekly and monthly programs such as storytimes.  Fills     in for the Youth Services Coordinator as needed. 
• Leads recurring programs such as storytimes, reading at Ada Schools, after school activities, tween and teen programs, as assigned. 
• Prepares materials for programs, displays, crafts, make and takes, and more.
• Stays current with popular youth culture, programming ideas, and trends in early literacy.
• Provides reference, readers’ advisory, and library services support for patrons of all ages.  Guides youth to age appropriate reading materials. 
• Assists with circulation tasks including checking books in/out and shelving materials as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Internet functions.
• A strong commitment to and experience working with children (babies, tweens, teens, and their families).  Ability to interact with kids on their level, while maintaining control of library programs.
• Familiarity with social, pop culture, and technological trends that impact young people's lives.
• Critical thinking skills.  Ability to prioritize duties and tasks.  Ability to remain calm under stress. 
• A valid driver’s license or other legal form of identification.  Ability to pass a background check.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Experience working independently and as part of a team.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred. 

Position is open until filled.  Apply by submitting a letter of interest, resume and three references to:

adalibrarydirector@gmail.com with “Youth Services Assistant” as the subject line, or mail to:

Ada Public Library

Attn: Director

320 N Main St

Ada, OH 45810