(LIBRARY) Youth Services Co-Coordinator

Sampson County; Clinton (NC); On-site; USD 16,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Sampson County Public Library is seeking a Youth Services Co-Coordinator to design programs for children and teens and engage with the community across our four branches in Sampson County. This shared role emphasizes creativity, collaboration, and hands-on library operations.

The position values experience with youth programming, strong communication, and a passion for reading and learning. It is a shared, part-time role averaging 19 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with coursework in education, library science or another related field supplemented by experience working with children or teens
• Experience planning or leading programs for young people
• Creativity, energy, and a passion for inspiring children and teens
• Comfort with computers, office technology, and common software applications
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work well with diverse groups
• A collaborative mindset: the ability to work effectively with a co-coordinator to ensure all programs and responsibilities are covered
• Positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and a love for working as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Design imaginative programs and activities for children and teens; participate in community outreach.
• Connect with local schools and organizations to strengthen the library's role in the community.
• Assist at the circulation desk; help patrons and shelve materials as needed.
• Collaborate with a co-coordinator to balance schedules and ensure all programs run smoothly.

Job description

GRADE: 67

SALARY: $21.02/Hour

Do you love inspiring children and teens? Are you creative, energetic, and ready to make a real impact in your community? Join our team at the library in a shared position as a Youth Services Co-Coordinator!

This is not your typical library job. In this shared role, you'll have the chance to design imaginative programs, connect with the community, and spark a lifelong love of reading and learning. You'll work alongside another enthusiastic co-coordinator and the Library Director to ensure every program, activity, and daily responsibility is covered seamlessly.

Why You'll Love This Role:

• Creativity unleashed: Plan and lead engaging, interactive programs and activities for children and teens, as well as participate in community outreach events. Experience working with older elementary-age children and teens is a plus.
• Community impact: Plan and participate in outreach activities with local schools, organizations, and community members to strengthen the library's role as a visible and valued part of life in Sampson County.
• Hands-on library experience: Assist at the circulation desk, help patrons, shelve materials, and contribute to the smooth day-to-day operations of the library.
• Teamwork that works: Collaborate closely with your co-coordinator to balance schedules, share responsibilities, and make every program a success.

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's Degree with coursework in education, library science or another related field supplemented by experience working with children or teens OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and hands-on experience working with children and/or teens, showing you have the skills needed to thrive in this role
• Experience planning or leading programs for young people
• Creativity, energy, and a passion for inspiring children and teens
• Comfort with computers, office technology, and common software applications
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work well with diverse groups
• A collaborative mindset: the ability to work effectively with a co-coordinator to ensure all programs and responsibilities are covered
• Positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and a love for working as part of a team

The Details:

• Shared schedule averaging 19 hours per week, coordinated with the Library Director and co-coordinator. Thursdays and Fridays will be core workdays each week, with Wednesdays typically included at least two weeks per month. Remaining hours will be scheduled on other days as needed.
• Typical weekday hours end at 5:00 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays and 6:00 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays when those days are scheduled. Some later evening hours are required for special events, typically no later than 9:00 p.m.
• Saturday hours are required as part of the shared schedule, averaging approximately 12 Saturdays per year.
• Flexibility to work at any of the four Sampson-Clinton Public Library branches.

Application Deadline: Thursday, October 8, 2026

SAMPSON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Sampson County will employ only those individuals who are US citizens, or legal aliens authorized to maintain employment in the United States.