Youth Services Librarian

State; Stratham (NH); On-site; USD 41,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Wiggin Memorial Library in Stratham, NH seeks a full-time Youth Services Librarian to serve children and teens ages 0-18. The role requires collaborative teamwork, strong patron service, and the ability to multi-task in a lively environment, with some evenings and Saturdays.

Applicants should have 1-2 years of relevant library experience or 2-4 years in youth-focused settings, plus strong communication skills and tech comfort (Koha, MS Office, G-Suite, Canva). Optional four-day Tue-Fri schedule.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant experience with a library science degree, or 2-4 years experience working with children/teens in library/school or youth-focused field.
• Strong written and verbal communication, listening and interpersonal skills.
• High comfort with technology including mobile devices, wi-fi, productivity software, Canva, library subscriptions, and Koha.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent patron service and assist in planning team projects.
• Develop community for families with children ages 0-18.
• Stay current with professional trends and library technology.
• Communicate effectively with library and Town colleagues, verbally and in writing.

Skills

Patron service

Team player

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Technology proficiency

Education

Library science degree or related field

Tools

Koha ILS

MS Office

G-Suite/Google Workspace

Canva

Job description

Youth Services Librarian, Wiggin Memorial Library (Stratham, NH)

Seeking a full-time (36 hours) Youth Services Librarian for our vibrant library in the seacoast region. Great candidates will be knowledgeable in the field, willing team players, and have a sense of playfulness and fun. Applicants must be able to demonstrate flexibility and good judgment in varying circumstances. The ability to produce high quality work, provide excellent patron service, and multi-task in an occasionally fast-paced environment is essential. Must be a collaborative team player with an interest in providing library services and developing community for families with children ranging from ages 0-18. Must stay current with professional trends, communicate well verbally and in writing with library and Town colleagues, and assist in the planning of team projects. Some evening hours and Saturdays (on a rotation) are required. Option to work a four-day work week, Tuesday-Friday.

Qualifications

1-2 years of relevant experience with a degree in library science or other related field. Or 2-4 years experience working with children and/or teens in a library, school or other youth-focused field.

Independent and collaborative experience with the library skills in the job description. Excellent oral and written communication skills; listening and interpersonal skills; organizational and evaluative skills. High comfort level with technology in general including mobile devices, wi-fi, productivity software (ie: MS Office Suite, G-Suite), Canva, a variety of library digital subscriptions and ILS software-experience with Koha, a plus.

Full/Part Time

Full Time

Education

NA

Salary

$22.36/hour

Closing Date

09/09/2026

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