YOUTH SERVICES LIBRARIAN

Salary : $45,801.60 Annually Location : City of Crestview Library, FL Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 202400158 Department: PARKS & RECREATION Division: LIBRARY Opening Date: 06/18/2026 Closing Date: 7/2/2026 11:59 PM Central FLSA: Non-Exempt Description Job Summary Crestview Public Library seeks a dedicated and creative Youth Services Librarian to develop and implement engaging library programs for children and teens. The ideal candidate will have a passion for literacy, a strong background in program planning, and a commitment to fostering a welcoming library environment for young patrons and their families. This position requires at least five (5) years of library experience with progressive program planning and implementation responsibilities. Job Responsibilities **These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.** Develop, plan, and implement dynamic programs and activities for children and teens, including Storytime, reading and skill literacy programs, and educational workshops. Assist young patrons and their caregivers with locating resources, recommending reading materials, and providing reference assistance. Collaborate with local schools, community organizations, and volunteers to enhance youth services and promote literacy initiatives. Maintain and curate youth collections, ensuring materials are current, diverse, and engaging. Market youth programs through social media, library websites, and community outreach. Train and supervise library staff and volunteers assisting with youth programs. Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness, making improvements based on feedback and participation data. Assist in grant writing and fundraising efforts to support youth programming. Maintain a welcoming and inclusive library space for children, teens, and their families. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Minimum of five (5) years of library experience with progressive program planning and implementation responsibilities. Strong knowledge of children's and young adult literature, reading and skill literacy development, and library services for youth and families. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a positive attitude and the ability to engage and inspire young audiences. Experience in event planning, program coordination, or education-related fields is highly desirable. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. Proficiency with library software, online databases, and digital literacy tools. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in a public library setting. Background in early literacy, STEAM programming, or youth education. Familiarity with grant writing and community outreach initiatives. If you are passionate about fostering a love of reading and learning in young people, we encourage you to apply! We are delighted to present our comprehensive benefits package to our full-time employees, which includes an array of exciting offerings: health care, dental and vision plans, retirement options, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability coverage, and a generous allocation of holidays and paid time off. Employee Benefits Overview Health, Life, Dental, & Vision Insurance: Health insurance is fully covered by the employer for employees, with optional 50% employer-paid dental and employee-paid vision coverage available. Flexible Spending Accounts: Flexible spending accounts are offered for your convenience. Retirement Plan: A pension-style plan is available, subject to specific terms. Supplemental Benefits: Employees are eligible for additional benefits such as life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and long-term care through Allstate and AFLAC. Paid Time Off (PTO): PTO is earned monthly based on an accrual system. Holidays: Enjoy 13 city-paid holidays each year. Deferred Compensation: A 457b plan is available for deferred compensation. For further details, please visit our candidate portal.