Children's Librarian I: Lead Youth Programs & Outreach

Dallas City Hall; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dallas City Hall library system seeks a Librarian I to support children and families with engaging programs, readers advisory, and youth services coordination. The role includes planning story hours, coordinating school outreach, and assisting in collection management and public programming.

The position emphasizes collaboration with staff, ongoing professional development, and delivering high-quality library services to the community of Dallas.

Qualifications

• Two years of library experience with program management, customer service, and collection development.
• Master of Library Science or expected completion within 9 months.
• Knowledge of library science principles, cataloging, and outreach practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage library operations and programs for branches and central units.
• Provide professional reference and develop educational materials and programs.
• Maintain and weed collections; manage orders and budget for materials.

Skills

Public library programs

Customer service

Library reference & teaching

Research techniques

Collection curation

Staff training

Community outreach

Education

MLS / Master of Library Science

Tools

Library catalog systems

Job description

The Dallas City Hall library system seeks a Librarian I to support children and families with engaging programs, readers advisory, and youth services coordination. The role includes planning story hours, coordinating school outreach, and assisting in collection management and public programming.

The position emphasizes collaboration with staff, ongoing professional development, and delivering high-quality library services to the community of Dallas.