Librarian - Youth Services

Charlottecountyfl; Englewood (FL); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte County’s youth services department is seeking a Librarian to engage children and teens through programs, outreach, and a love of reading. The role emphasizes excellent customer service, access to digital resources, and community partnerships.

The position focuses on developing educational programs, supporting collection development, and training staff in library systems and technology, while maintaining accurate records and contributing to library operations.

Qualifications

• MLS degree required.
• One year of customer service experience.
• Experience in libraries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patrons with research and information requests.
• Develop and run educational and cultural programs.
• Enhance access to digital resources and library materials.
• Support collection development and cataloging.
• Train staff and the public on library systems and technology.

Skills

Customer service

Public library

Program development

Community outreach

Research assistance

Digital resources

Microsoft Word

Cataloging

Public speaking

Team training

Education

MLS

Master’s in Library Science

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Library cataloging systems

Job description

Come work as a Youth Services Librarian in sunny Southwest Florida

where you can inspire children and teens through creative programs, community outreach, and a love of reading. We’re looking for someone energetic, innovative, and passionate about serving youth and families.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION

This position provides exceptional customer service and technical assistance to library patrons by supporting access to library materials, digital resources, and public technology. Responsibilities include assisting patrons with research and information requests, developing and conducting educational and cultural programs, and promoting library services through community outreach and special events.

The role also supports collection development by selecting and maintaining library materials, while ensuring accurate records, reporting, and library operations. Additional duties may include training staff and the public on library systems and technology resources, as well as supporting cataloging and preservation of library collections and historical assets.

Education and Experience:

• Master’s Degree
  • Library Science (MLS)
• One (1) year work experience in customer service
• Preferred:
  • Experience working in libraries.

Licenses and/or Certificates:

• Maintain a valid driver’s license.

Other Skills and Knowledge:

• Knowledge of departmental policies, plans, and procedures.
• Knowledge of modern office practices, plans, and procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other job-related computer programs and software applications.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of modern library work.
• Knowledge of the methods, practices, and techniques used in library classification and cataloging, and the ability to apply this knowledge to specific work assignments.
• Knowledge of reference methods, techniques, and sources used in library work.
• Knowledge of book selection standards and policies of the library system.
• Skills in use of standard office equipment and software applications including personal computer and microfilm viewer operations.
• Skill in proficient in internet searching techniques and use of electronic resources.
• Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing.
• Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.
• Skill in the use of office equipment such as a computer, multi-line telephone system, scanner, fax machine, and copier.
• Ability to learn and teach standard library tasks and routines.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and library patrons; proficiency in providing positive customer service.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Ability to provide internal/external guidance and customer assistance via all forms of communication.
• Ability to use computers for data entry, word processing, and/or accounting purposes.
• Ability to author reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, service providers, other employees, and the general public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Stooping, hearing, talking, driving, crouching, seeing up close, standing, walking, seeing far away, finger movement, pulling, kneeling, repetitive motions, lifting, reaching, grasping, pushing. Frequent lifting up to 25 pounds; occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a relatively safe, and secure work environment.

RISK/SAFETY CONDITIONS

The position requires no exposure or risk related to physical and/or mental health and safety.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

Charlotte County is an Affrmaitive Action/ADA/Veterans’ Preference and Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, and Personswith Disabilities are Encouraged to Apply.