Teen Programming Coordinator & Clerk

NEW YORK LIBRARY ASSOCIATION; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Millbrook Library seeks a Teen Program Coordinator & Clerk to create engaging programs for teens. This role involves planning activities, building relationships with youth, and collaborating with the community. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic and community-oriented, ready to shape inclusive experiences for local teens.

Qualifications

• Passionate about working with youth.
• Ability to shape engaging programs for teens.
• Strong interpersonal skills for building relationships.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements educational programs for teens.
• Builds relationships with teen patrons.
• Assists with library outreach events.

Skills

Community Engagement

Creativity

Teamwork

Job description

The Millbrook Library is seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and community-oriented individual to serve as our Teen Program Coordinator & Clerk . This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about working with youth and eager to help shape engaging and inclusive experiences for teens and tweens (grades 6–12). Located in the heart of the Village of Millbrook, our library serves as a welcoming and lively hub for the community. Teens regularly walk to the library after school, and we have a strong tradition of offering high-quality programs for youth of all ages. The Teen Program Coordinator & Clerk will join a supportive and collaborative staff that values creativity, teamwork, and responsive service. You'll have the opportunity to shape programming that reflects the interests and needs of local teens.

General Duties:

● Plans, promotes, and implements educational and enjoyable programs for teens and tweens from 6th grade through high school.

● Build relationships with teen patrons and work to create a welcoming library environment.

● Assists with library outreach events as needed.

● Outreach to and collaboration with local school librarians, parents, and organizations within the community.

● Develop observations and understanding of community needs into effective library services and programs.

● Work collaboratively with other members of the Library staff, Board, and Friends group to generate program ideas and coordinate development.

● Orders and processes materials for teens.

● Performs all circulation desk duties, including:

• Check materials in/out/renew materials.
• Reserve materials.
• Performs all opening/closing procedures in work area/public areas.

● Assists patrons who want to borrow or return library materials.

● Issues library cards according to established procedures.

● Attends to all circulation problems in a professional and timely manner. This includes but is not limited to processing overdue notices, expiring patron records, and outstanding holds.

● Responds to general information requests by telephone and in person.

● Assists with library sustainability goals.

● Any other routine tasks as assigned by the library director

Supervised by: This position takes direction from the Library Director, Assistant Director, and Head of Circulation.

Hours:

• Wednesdays – 11:45 am – 8:15 pm.
• Regular Saturday rotations - 9:45 a.m. – 4:15 p.m

How To Apply:

Email resume and cover letter to Courtney Tsahalis at [e-mail]