YPL Children's Services Librarian

Las-Vegas-Clark-County-Library-Distric; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 73,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life

Nevada PERS

14 paid holidays

Paid vacation and sick time

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The Las Vegas-Clark County Library District is hiring a YPL Children's Services Librarian at the Windmill Library to support the Youth/Children’s Services Department and supervise staff as assigned. This is a full-time, 40-hour per week, FLSA-exempt position with relocation reimbursement up to $2,500.

Interviews are anticipated on or around November 17, 2026. A MLS/MLIS is required; Nevada driver’s license is required; PIC training within six months and AED/CPR certification within six months

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Library Science (MLS or MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program.
• One year of customer service experience in a library or academic setting working with adults, children and/or teens.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a Nevada driver’s license at hire; PIC training within six months; AED/CPR certification within six months.

Responsibilities

• Supervises assigned staff and provides coaching, counseling, and development.
• Assists with collection maintenance and development activities such as reviewing, ordering, and weeding materials.
• Ensures compliance with District policies and explains policies to customers and staff.
• Plans and coordinates outreach and library programming; attends meetings and trainings.
• Maintains knowledge of current information resources and research techniques.

Skills

Public library principles

Supervisory skills

Research techniques

Decision making

Education

MLS/MLIS

Children’s services certification

Tools

Integrated Library Systems

Job description

Overview

The award-winning Las Vegas-Clark County Library District is currently hiring for a YPL Children's Services Librarian at the Windmill Library.

General Summary:

Under general supervision of the assigned Department Head, the YPL Children's Services Librarian performs a variety of professional public service work in support of the YPL/Children’s Services Department at a Regional or Branch Library. This position also exercises supervision over lower level staff and may directly supervise assigned subordinate staff.

Description of Hours and Wages:

The pay range for this position is $72,911 to $97,707 annually. Pay typically begins towards the entry of the pay range, and employees are eligible for annual merit and COLA increases per District policy.

This is a full-time, 40 hours per week, FLSA exempt position.

*A Relocation Reimbursement of up to $2,500 is available to assist with relocation of over 100 miles.

*We anticipate interviewing for this position on or around November 17, 2026.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Duties & Responsibilities ofLibrary Assistantplus:

• 1. Supervises assigned staff, including but not limited to:
• a. Performance coaching and management.b. Career counseling and development.c. Conflict resolution.
• 2. Assists with collection maintenance and development activities such as reading reviews, ordering library materials, and weeding collections for the assigned department.
• 3. Maintains compliance with District, branch, and assigned department policies and procedures and explains policies and procedures to customers and staff.
• 4. Helps plan, coordinate, and assign outreach and library programming.
• 5. Exercises decision-making skills.
• 6. Ability to conduct miscellaneous meetings and training sessions at sites throughout the District.
• 7. Ability to maintain a safe environment for customers and staff.
• 8. Attends and participates in professional association meetings and seminars.
• 9. Maintains knowledge of sources and availability of current information and research techniques.
• 10. Performs other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies:

Competencies of Library Assistant plus:

• Integrated Library Systems (ILS)

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Education:

• Required:Master’s Degree in Library Science (MLS or MLIS) from a college or university accredited by the American Library Association (ALA).
• Preferred:Documented coursework or certification in area of assignment (e.g. Children’s, Teens, Adults, etc.).

Experience:

• Required:One (1) year customer service experience in a library or academic setting working with adults, children and/or teens, based on the area of assignment (e.g. Children’s, Teens, Adults, etc.).
• Preferred:One (1) year public library experience working with adults, children and/or teens, based on the area of assignment (e.g. Children’s, Teens, Adults, etc.).

License or Certification:

• Required:
  • Possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Nevada driver’s license at the time of hire.
  • Prior completion of Las Vegas-Clark County Library District’s (LVCCLD) Person-in-Charge (PIC) Training or completion of core PIC Training within six (6) months of assuming the position.
  • District-provided AED/CPR certification must be completed within six (6) months of assuming the position and must be maintained (current) while in a covered position.
• Preferred:N/A.

Physical Requirements:

Although work is performed in a library setting, a limited amount of walking or standing is often necessary to carry out job duties. Tasks may involve frequent walking, standing, bending, reaching, stooping, and some lifting and carrying of objects of moderate weight (20-50 pounds).

Additional Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• KSAs of Library Assistant plus: Knowledge of public library principles, practices, and techniques.
• Knowledge of current literature, trends, and developments in the field of library science, especially those pertaining to area of assignment (e.g., youth services, adult services, etc.).
• Knowledge of effective supervisory principles and methods.
• Knowledge of instructional principles and program development.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and make sound decisions.

*PLEASE NOTE: Meeting these posted qualifications does not necessarily guarantee an interview.

Schedule

Saturday: 9:15 AM - 6:15 PM

Tuesday: 9:15 AM - 6:15 PM

Wednesday: 11:15 AM - 8:15 PM

Thursday: 9:15 AM - 6:15 PM

Friday: 9:15 AM - 6:15 PM

*This schedule may be subject to change based on the needs of the Library District.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).
• 14 paid holidays, plus 1 additional floating holiday per year.
• Paid vacation (18 days per year) and sick time (12 days per year).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• For more details about employee benefits, please see https://thelibrarydistrict.org/benefits/

Pay Range

USD $72,911.06 - USD $97,707.81 /Yr.

Position Type

Full-Time

Category

YPL-Children's Services

Job Location

Windmill Library

Location : Address

7060 W. Windmill Lane