(LIBRARY) Youth Services Co-Coordinator

Sampson County Government; Clinton (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Sampson County Government is seeking a Youth Services Co-Coordinator for the Sampson-Clinton Public Library system. This shared role involves designing imaginative programs, connecting with the community, and fostering a love of reading among children and teens.

You will work with a fellow co-coordinator and the Library Director to ensure programs and daily tasks are covered, with a 19-hour weekly schedule and core days on Thursdays and Fridays.

Qualifications

• 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; ability to work with diverse groups

Responsibilities

• Assist at the circulation desk and help patrons
• Plan and lead programs for children and teens
• Collaborate with the co-coordinator to balance schedules
• Participate in community outreach and events

Skills

Program planning

Youth engagement

Team collaboration

Interpersonal communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in education/library science

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.

Salary: $21.02 per hour