[OPLINLIST] Job Posting - Youth Services - Kenton, OH

[Sam Norris]

MARY LOU JOHNSON HARDIN COUNTY DISTRICT LIBRARY
Job Posting – Youth Services (Full-Time)


*WE’RE HIRING *MLJ Hardin County Library is looking for a dedicated,
dynamic collaborator to take on the challenges of Youth Services.

*ABOUT THE JOB*
Under the immediate supervision of the Library Director, you will perform a
variety of  duties while managing services for patrons ages birth-17. You
will provide direct patron assistance, select and maintain the library’s
youth department materials, and implement childrens through teen
programming.


*PAY & BENEFITS *This full-time, non-exempt position requires a minimum of
high school diploma/ GED.  Further education and library experience are
preferred.  A starting rate of pay is commensurate with experience and an
attractive benefits package including Ohio Public Employees Retirement, PTO
, availability to supplemental insurances, and ten (10) paid holidays each
year.


*TO APPLY *Please email a cover letter and your current resume to
director at mljlibrary.org with “Youth Services Search” in the subject line.
Those who apply before 5:30 PM on February 21, 2025 will have first
consideration.  This position will be open until filled.

*Posting Closes*

*Until filled*

*FLSA Status:*

*Nonexempt*

*Starting Rate*

*Full-Time 40 hours/ week consummate wit experience*

*Reports To:*

*Library Director*



*ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS*

·         *Budgeting*

o    Manages assigned budget, seeking maximum public benefit for all
expenditures.

o    Secures grants and alternative sources of funding to support youth
programs and services.

·         *Customer Service*

o    Provides excellent patron service and committed to the library’s
values.

o    Directly supervises the YA Area after school and during other times of
high usage.

o    Provides effective reference and reader’s advisory services.

o    Shares timely and clear information about youth services to other
library staff.

o    Fairly and tactfully enforces library policies and expectations.

·         *Collection Development*

o    Develops, maintains, and weeds the library’s Youth collections.

o    Creates tools to facilitate access and raise awareness of youth
services collections, including displays, booklists, and other aids.

·         *Programming*

o    Plans, produces, coordinates, and evaluates Youth programs.

o    Plans, produces, coordinates, and evaluates the Youth Summer Reading
Program.

o    Collaborates with other staff to provide family/multigenerational
programming as opportunities arise.

·         *School and Community Outreach*

o    Serves as a liaison with area school librarians, teachers, and school
administrators to provide curriculum support and other services.

o    Visits schools and other locations serving youth and their families.

o    Gives promotional presentations and tours of the library for youth and
their families.

·         *Publicity and Marketing*

o    Collaborates to effectively promote the library, its services,
programs, and collections to youth.

o    Remains visible in the community and represents the library in a
positive way.

·         *Professional Development*

o    Participates in training, workshops, and conferences for professional
development.

o    Maintains active membership in local and regional professional groups
and associations.

·         *Support Library Mission and Goals*

o    Advocates for quality youth services and programs.

o    Maintains records and statistics related to the youth collections,
programs, and services.

o    Actively participates in planning, problem solving, and policy
development.

o    Ensures a safe and secure library environment through adherence to
library policies and procedures and practicing situational awareness.

o    Maintains regular and predictable on-site attendance.

o    Other duties as assigned.

*KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES*

·         Ability to create a welcoming environment for all patrons and
staff.

·         Outstanding customer service, communication, and telephone skills.

·         Applies knowledge of current best practices and trends in library
services for youth ages birth - 17.

·         Applies knowledge of youth developmental, recreational and
educational needs.

·         Possesses strong understanding of current interests and trends in
children's publishing.

·         Ability to work independently and in groups to advance multiple
projects despite frequent distractions.

·         Ability to retain, follow, and explain organizational procedures,
processes, and policies.

·         Advanced Knowledge of standard library procedures, current
information technology, Internet and database search techniques.

·         Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships
with co-workers, patrons, user groups, community organizations, volunteer
groups and to serve the public courteously.

·         Technology skills sufficient to effectively operate a computer,
perform online tasks and searches, utilize Microsoft Office, Google
productivity software, and learn library-specific software.

·         Ability to speak and perform in front of groups of patrons and
parents.

·         Creativity, initiative, organization, good judgement, and the
ability to use time well.

*SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES*

·         Supervises any departmental volunteers (non at this time)

*WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS*
Work is performed in an office/retail environment. Individuals may need to
sit or stand for extended periods. Manual dexterity to manipulate library
materials is required. The ability to communicate orally and in writing
effectively is necessary.  Job duties include reaching above shoulder
heights, below the waist or lifting as required to file documents or store
materials throughout the workday. The ability to do repetitive tasks with
speed and accuracy is needed. Employees may need to carry, push, pull, or
lift up to 30 pounds while using proper lifting techniques. Pushing and
pulling fully loaded (50-100 pounds) book carts will be commonplace. The
ability to work under pressure, coordinating multiple responsibilities
simultaneously, and meet firm deadlines will be expected.

*The physical demands described here are representative of those that must
be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of
this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.*

*SCHEDULE*
This full-time, nonexempt position requires 40 hours weekly. Typical
weekday hours are 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Occasional evening and/or weekend
shifts work may be scheduled to accommodate community outreach or special
programming.

*REQUIREMENTS*

   - High school diploma or equivalent.
   - Minimum of two (2) years’ experience working in a public library.
   - Acceptable Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation background check.

·         Valid Ohio driver’s license and clean driving record.

·         Reliable transportation and the ability to report to work
promptly.

·         Preferred: Previous experience working with youth. Working
experience in a public library, classroom or daycare
*Mary Lou Johnson Hardin County District Library is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. All Mary Lou Johnson Hardin County District Library staff are
“At- Will” employees. This job description is neither a contract nor an
all-inclusive list of duties.*

Sam Norris
Director
Mary Lou Johnson Hardin County District Library
325 East Columbus Street
Kenton, Ohio 43326
snorris at mljlibrary.org <norrissa at oplin.org>
419.673.2278
www.mljlibrary.org/

*This message and any response to it may constitute a public record and
thus may be publicly available to anyone who requests it.*
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