Youth Services Coordinator (Library)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Youth Services CoordinatorDepartment: LibraryReports To: Youth Service ManagerSupervisory Responsibilities: May assign tasks to staff and volunteersSafety Sensitive: NoClassification: Full-time, Non-exemptDriving Status: YesWork Environment: Busy public library environment with frequent patron interactions Summary: The Youth Services Coordinator supports the Youth Services Manager in planning, organizing, and implementing programs and services for youth from infancy through high school. Creates a welcoming and engaging environment that promotes literacy, intellectual freedom, and equal access to information. Essential Functions1. Programming - Assist in the planning of programs and presenting programs, including tween and teen programs, as assigned by the Youth Services Manager2. Reader's Advisory – Provide guidance to patrons on reading selections based on age, interests, and reading level3. Customer Service - Provide excellent customer service by answering questions and assisting with the use of library resources4. Collection Development – Help maintain an organized, current, and relevant collection by shelving, linking, shelf reading, weeding, and making acquisition recommendations to management5. Outreach - Develop relationships with community organizations and educators and participate in outreach activities to promote library services6. Exercise sound judgment in the enforcement of the Library's Code of Conduct Policy and relay significant issues and patron grievances to management7. Address safety concerns immediately and bring to management's attention8. Keep current in all areas of youth services through ongoing continuing education9. Maintain confidentiality and ethical behavior in all library matters10. Administration – Coordinate routine administrative operations of the Youth Services Department, including maintaining calendars and schedules, tracking program and outreach statistics, preparing reports, coordinating program registrations and communications, overseeing SRP supplies and statistics, creating promotional materials, and completing other administrative duties as assigned by the Youth Services Manager. Other Functions1. Library Website - Update and maintain the youth services content on the library website under the direction of the Youth Service Manager2. Technology Assistance – Assist patrons with the use of computers, tablets, e-readers, and other library technologies3. Perform other duties as assigned Physical Requirements1. Ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods of time and intermittently2. Ability to lift 30 pounds, push/pull carts/crates weighing 50 pounds, and shelve materials on high as well as low shelves3. Dexterity is mandatory as this job requires frequent use of hands and fingers4. Ability to complete keyboard entry5. Ability to talk, hear, and see6. Ability to engage in activities with children, which may involve sitting on the floor, moving around the library, and participating in physical activities Competencies1. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills2. Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office, Integrated Library System (ILS), email, and internet3. Enthusiasm for working with children and promoting literacy4. Awareness of and adherence to best practices in youth services5. Knowledge of children's and young adult literature6. Knowledge of child development7. Ability to work independently and as a member of a team under the leadership of the Youth Services Manager8. Flexibility in responding to changing priorities9. Ability to multitask without compromising work quality10. Flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends based on the needs of the department Required Education and ExperienceAssociate degree or high school diploma with experience working with children in a library or educational setting Preferred Education and ExperienceAbility to speak a language in addition to English Additional Eligibility RequirementsMust pass Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI Fingerprint Based Federal Criminal History Check. DisclaimerThis job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.