Youth Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Youth Specialist job description

Youth Specialist

Cass County Public Library
Part-Time | Non-Exempt

Position Overview

Cass County Public Library is seeking a creative and enthusiastic Youth Specialist to provide programs and library services for children, teens, and families. This position develops engaging programming, supports outreach and seasonal reading initiatives, and helps create a welcoming environment for youth at the branch library.

Key Responsibilities

Youth Services & Programming

• Develop and implement programs for children, teens, and families
• Create displays and promote youth collections and services
• Support outreach efforts and seasonal reading initiatives
• Prepare materials to market youth programs and activities

Public Service & Branch Support

• Assist patrons with library resources, reference, and readers’ advisory
• Support circulation services and shelving duties as assigned
• Participate in youth department meetings and trainings
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Education, library, or youth services experience preferred
• Strong communication, organizational, and technology skills
• Ability to work independently and engage effectively with youth and families
• Experience with library technology and design software preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, bend, reach, and move throughout the day
• Ability to lift and move library materials and program supplies as needed

This is a part-time Flex position with a variable schedule based on operational needs. There is no guaranteed or set number of hours per week. Employees must maintain broad availability and may be scheduled at varying hours from week to week. This position may work up to 950 hours per calendar year.