Outreach Services/Children's Librarian

University of Alabama Libraries; Paso Robles (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Anaheim Public Library seeks passionate Outreach Services and Children's Services Librarians to engage with the community, promote literacy, and design innovative programs. Ideal candidates will be creative educators with strong community ties, ready to make a significant impact on young minds and their families.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and community programs.
• Bilingual in Spanish is desirable.
• 2 years of responsible experience in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Develops and evaluates outreach programs for various community groups.
• Oversees youth services and coordinates youth-focused programs.
• Promotes library services at community events.

Skills

Community Engagement

Event Planning

Customer Service

Public Speaking

Literacy Promotion

Education

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university

Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS)

Job description

Do you believe libraries are more than books? Are you passionate about empowering young minds, sparking creativity, and building community connections that make a lasting impact? If so, you might be the perfect fit for our team!

We’re looking for a dynamic Outreach Services Librarian and a Children's Services Librarian who are equal parts educators, event planners, storytellers, and community ambassadors. One of these roles is your chance to champion literacy, imagination, and lifelong learning—inside the library and out in the community.

Duties include, but are not limited to the following:
Supports the development of internal and external training opportunities
Serves as the intermediary between the City's library staff and community partnerships
Maintains knowledge of trends in the library profession through a variety of literary, training, educational, professional, and networking means
Supervises, mentors, trains, and evaluates assigned staff and volunteers in work procedures; provides policy guidance and interpretation
Identifies materials to be considered for addition to the library collection, including identification and integration of new technology
Assists customers at all library service points, including information and circulation functions that may include, but are not limited to, checking materials in and out, handling complaints, placing holds and registering new customers
Represents the City at local community gatherings to promote library services and programs
Serve as a resource to people of all ages in the effective use of library materials and services
Assists with the development of library marketing and messaging
Coordinates and performs other functions and tasks as assigned

Specific duties related to Outreach Services Librarian include:
Spearheads the development of community outreach for the library
Identifies underserved populations who might benefit from library services and develops strategies to reach them
Coordinates, manages, and schedules outreach library services for seniors, residents with disabilities, residents with limited transportation, and underserved children
Manages library improvements to address community hurdles in accessing library services
Develops resources for residents that promote the library's services or initiatives
Evaluates library outreach policies and procedures; proposes revisions as needed; ensures adherence to policies and procedures
Advises and assists customers in the selection of books, periodicals, media, and other materials
Assists and instructs customers in the use of print and online materials and technology
Plans and provides outreach programs to customers of all ages
Drives, operates, and schedules maintenance of the library's outreach vehicle

Specific duties related to Children's Services Librarian include:
Oversees all youth services operations and maintains library programs centered around children ages infant through 12th grade
Designs, implements, promotes, and coordinates regularly scheduled youth programs, special events, and activities
Selects, acquires, catalogs, and prepares new materials for children and teens
Develops resources geared toward youth that promote the library's services or initiatives
Evaluates library policies and procedures related to youth services; proposes revisions as needed; ensures adherence to policies and procedures
Assists children and teens in library research and the selection of books, periodicals, media, and other materials

Apply today at www.prcity.com/jobs

Application Deadline: Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 10:00 am
Tentative Interview Date: Wednesday, July 9, 2025

Education and Experience
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university, and two years responsible experience in a related field. A Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) degree is desirable but not required.
Spanish language skills and experience in dealing with the public are also desirable.