Teen Librarian

Warren-Trumbull County Public Library; Warren (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

HSA contribution

Life insurance

13 paid holidays

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

The Warren-Trumbull County Public Library is seeking a full-time Teen Librarian who is 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 for teens, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities include creating teen programs, helping with the teen collection, and building partnerships with schools and youth organizations.

Qualifications

• 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.

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, 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.

Skills

MLIS

Customer service

Communication

Teen engagement

Flexible schedule

Outreach planning

Education

Master's in Library and Information Science (MLIS)

Tools

Integrated library systems

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.