YOUTH SERVICES LIBRARIAN

Are you excited by the idea of connecting young people with information, creativity, and community? The Bellaire City Library is seeking a Youth Services Librarian who thrives in a public-facing role—supporting patrons at the reference and circulation desks, designing engaging youth programs, and promoting literacy through outreach and events. Guided by our core values of stewardship, creativity, and camaraderie, this position offers a wide range of hands-on responsibilities and the opportunity to make a lasting difference for children, teens, and families in our community.

YOUTH SERVICES LIBRARIAN’s role within the big picture of the City’s overall success:
Provides comprehensive library reference services to patrons, including assisting with database navigation, and planning, conducting, and coordinating programs for youth.

LIBRARIAN functions include but are not limited to the following:

Reference Services Oversight:

• Conduct reference interviews to determine patron information needs.

• Assist patrons in locating information and accessing library resources.

• Evaluate and recommend alternative information sources as needed.

• Instruct patrons on utilizing online databases and digital resources effectively.

Circulation Desk Management:

• Manage circulation desk operations, including checking materials in and out, issuing library cards, and processing fines.

• Provide assistance to patrons in using library equipment and locating items.

Programs Coordination:

• Organize and coordinate programs for youth, including special interest programs.

• Event scheduling and promotion, including creating flyers and setting up displays.

• Provide follow-up support for patrons participating in library programs.

• Coordinate and plan summer reading club registration and programs to promote literacy.

• Evaluate program success and recommend improvements.

Additional Duties:

• Participate in book selection and ordering, as well as shelving and weeding materials.

• Manage promotional items and represent the library at community events and outreach activities.

• Contribute to the team effort by performing other related duties as assigned.

Success Framework – The following list of knowledge, skills, and abilities have been identified by our team:

• Library Programs and Services: Understanding of various library programs, services, and resources available to patrons, including reference materials, databases, and community outreach initiatives.

• Information Literacy: Knowledge of information literacy principles and techniques to effectively assist patrons in locating, evaluating, and using information resources.

• Collection Management: Familiarity with collection development practices, including selection, acquisition, cataloging, and weeding of library materials to ensure a relevant and up-to-date collection.

• Reference Interviewing: Ability to conduct effective reference interviews to identify patron information needs and provide tailored assistance.

• Customer Service: Strong interpersonal skills and customer service orientation to interact professionally with patrons, address inquiries, and resolve issues courteously and efficiently.

• Technology Proficiency: Proficient in using library management systems, online databases, digital resources, and office software to assist patrons and perform library tasks effectively.

• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing situations, priorities, and patron needs in a dynamic library environment.

• Multitasking: Capacity to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, such as assisting patrons, managing circulation desk operations, and coordinating programs, while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.

• Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills to analyze patron inquiries, identify appropriate information resources or solutions, and resolve issues effectively to meet patron needs and satisfaction.

Education and Experience – An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered:

• Education: Master’s Degree in Library Science with ALA accreditation

• Experience: 1 year of previous relevant work experience is required.

• Supervisory: No previous supervisory experience is required.

• Certifications/Licenses: None

Salary : $29 - $35