Youth Services Associate

a 2017 study for the Ohio Library Council found; Euclid (OH); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Euclid Public Library is seeking an energetic, sociable candidate to provide reference service and promote youth literacy. You will guide families to reading resources, match books to children and teens, and assist patrons with library equipment.

The role includes storytimes and school visits, with a schedule that includes weekdays and some weekends; a valid Ohio driver’s license is required, and a Bachelor’s degree is requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Knowledge of children’s interests and pop culture useful.
• Library experience helpful.
• Experience working directly with children preferred.
• Valid Ohio Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Answer reference questions in person and by phone.
• Recommend books to youth of all ages.
• Assist families to discover the love of reading.
• Help patrons find resources for school assignments.
• Assist patrons with library equipment.

Skills

Customer service

Youth experience

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office/Office 365

Job description

The successful candidate will be energetic and sociable, be able to provide excellent customer service, and have experience working with children or teens. Primary responsibilities include answering reference questions in-person and by phone, recommending books to youth of all ages, assisting families to discover the love of reading, helping patrons find resources for school assignments, and assisting patrons with the use of library equipment. The incumbent will also need to consistently enforce rules with the public. Additional responsibilities include conducting storytimes for preschoolers, programs for children birth to 12 th grade, and representing the library by conducting classroom visits with students in Euclid.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required. Knowledge of children’s interests and pop culture useful, proficiency with Microsoft Office/Office 365 applications a plus. Library experience helpful, experience working directly with children is preferred. The ideal candidate will have a strong desire to learn about books and resources for youth. Valid Ohio Driver’s License required.

Schedule: Monday and Thursday 8:00am-5:00pm, Tuesday and Wednesday 12:45pm-9:00pm, alternating Fridays 8:00am-5:00pm and Saturdays 8:30am-5:00pm. Sunday work available 1:00pm-5:00pm October to May.

The schedules above are not negotiable and could be subject to change based on the needs of the library.

Hourly rate: $18.58 per hour

Date of Posting: August 11, 2026 Open until filled