Youth Programs Librarian I

City-of-Norfolk,-V; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Norfolk’s Department of Libraries is hiring a full-time Library Associate I to support daily library operations and deliver customer service. The role includes planning early literacy and youth programs, assisting with reader's advisory, and maintaining juvenile/YA collections.

Evening and weekend hours are required. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree or equivalent and at least one year of library experience; strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• One year of library or related services experience preferred.
• Experience working with children in a library setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to library patrons.
• Develop and deliver age-appropriate programs for youth and families.
• Plan and conduct early literacy programs (Babygarten, KinderSTEM, Storytime).
• Maintain juvenile and YA collections and KidZones/Playscapes.
• Lead and assist with YOUmedia programs for tweens/teens.
• Provide outreach to schools, daycares, and local organizations.
• Assist with tours and field trips and provide coverage at public service desks.
• Proficient with Libby and Hoopla and MS Office.

Skills

Customer service

Reader's advisory

Program planning

Youth programs

Teamwork

Verbal and written communication

Technology assistance

Microsoft Office

Libby

Hoopla

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

1 year library experience

Tools

Libby

Hoopla

Microsoft Office

Job description

The City of Norfolk’s Department of Libraries is hiring a full-time Library Associate I to support daily library operations and deliver customer service. The role includes planning early literacy and youth programs, assisting with reader's advisory, and maintaining juvenile/YA collections.

Evening and weekend hours are required. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree or equivalent and at least one year of library experience; strong communication and teamwork are essential.