Teen Librarian

Wtcpl; Warren (OH); On-site; USD 25,139 - 35,805; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance with employer HSA

Life insurance

OPERS retirement

13 paid holidays

PTO

EAP

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

The Warren-Trumbull County Public Library seeks a Teen Librarian to join our team full-time, focusing on connecting teens with books, technology, and lifelong learning. You will provide reference and reader's advisory services to teens in person, by phone, and online.

You will plan and lead teen programs, maintain the teen collection, and build partnerships with local schools and youth organizations to promote library services.

Qualifications

• MLIS from an ALA-accredited program is required.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to engage teen patrons in a welcoming way.
• Proficiency with library technology and databases.
• Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Experience planning teen programming and outreach.
• Knowledge of YA trends and teen services.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide reference, reader's advisory, and research assistance to teens in person, by phone, and online.
• Plan, promote, and lead engaging programs and events for teens.
• Help select and maintain the teen collection to reflect current trends.
• Build partnerships with schools and youth-serving organizations.
• Design and evaluate new services that support teen literacy and engagement.
• Instruct teens in library resources, tech, databases, and digital tools.
• Create displays, booklists, and promotional materials.
• Participate in outreach including school visits and community events.
• Stay current on YA literature and best practices in teen services.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Engaging teen patrons

Flexible schedule

YA literature knowledge

Driver's license

Technology proficiency

Education

MLIS from an ALA-accredited program

Tools

Integrated Library Systems

Library Databases

Office software

Job description

Join Our Team!

The Warren-Trumbull County Public Library is seeking an enthusiastic, service-oriented Teen Librarian to join our team full-time! This is a great opportunity for someone passionate about connecting teens with books, technology, and lifelong learning opportunities. If you love working with young people and want to help shape a welcoming, engaging space just for them, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Provide reference, reader's advisory, and research assistance to teens in person, by phone, and online
• Plan, promote, and lead engaging programs and events for teens, such as book clubs, gaming nights, and creative workshops
• Help select, evaluate, and maintain the teen collection to ensure it reflects teen interests and current trends
• Build partnerships with local schools and youth-serving organizations to promote library services to teens and families
• Help design and evaluate new services and programs that support teen literacy and engagement
• Instruct teens in the use of library resources, technology, databases, and digital tools
• Create displays, booklists, and promotional materials to highlight teen collections and programs
• Participate in outreach efforts, including school visits and community events for teens
• Stay current on trends in YA literature, teen culture, and best practices in teen services

Qualifications and Requirements

• Master's degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program
• Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to connect with and engage teen patrons in a welcoming, inclusive way
• Proficiency with library technology, integrated library systems, databases, and standard office software
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed
• Experience planning and delivering teen programming and outreach
• Knowledge of current trends in YA literature and teen services
• Valid driver's license

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: Starting at $22.12 per hour
• Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS):
  • 10% employee contribution
  • 14% employer contribution
• Health insurance with employer HSA contribution
• Life insurance
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Continuing education opportunities

Position open until filled.