Youth Services Librarian

Prince William Public Libraries (PWPL) is seeking two (2) organized, creative, and community-focused individuals to join the Youth Services Department at Montclair Library in Dumfries, Virginia.

The ideal candidates are collaborative team players with excellent customer service skills and a passion for serving children, teens, and their families. These individuals will bring creativity, enthusiasm, and a community-centered approach to developing engaging library services and programs for our younger patrons.

The Montclair Library team is committed to fostering a collaborative, supportive workplace culture while delivering exceptional service to both internal and external customers. We value innovation, teamwork, and meaningful community engagement, and we are looking for someone who shares our dedication to creating welcoming, enriching experiences for every visitor.

About This Role:

• Plan, implement, and assist with library programming, including story times, programs, tours, and outreach for youth of all ages and their families
• Regularly work at the integrated service desk and provide patrons with circulation, reader’s advisory, reference, and technology assistance
• Maintain children’s and young adult collections through weeding and rebalancing
• Create displays, book lists, flyers, posters and other handouts to promote the library’s physical collection, online resources, and youth programming
• Represent Prince William Public Libraries at outreach events
• Train, schedule, and supervise Teen Volunteers for Summer Reading Program and Teen Advisory Group

Minimum Requirements: Master’s degree in library or information science 

Preferences:

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience working in a public library, school library, or bookstore. 
• Experience in planning, promoting, and implementing successful programs.
• Experience utilizing public library resources in both digital and physical formats. 
• Experience collaborating effectively within a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and virtual meeting platforms such as Webex, or equivalent software.
• Experience assisting patrons with technology, including computers, printers, copiers, scanners, tablets, and e-readers.
• Experience using an Integrated Library System.
• Experience conducting community outreach and building community partnerships.
• Experience planning and leading programs in a library setting or through a community-based organization.

• Experience with collection maintenance practices, including weeding, merchandising, and rebalancing floating collections.

Special Requirements:  

The position may require travel to other branches within the system. A DMV check will be conducted for employees who drive while on County business.

Work Schedule:

This is a full-time, exempt 37.5 hours per week position. Hours are scheduled Monday through Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Thursday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The schedule includes days, one evening per week, and rotating weekends as assigned. Scheduling flexibility is imperative. Schedule may vary depending on the needs of the library.

Starting Salary Range:

$65,910.00 – 79,408.88 yearly

We also offer great benefits including:

• Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• 401a and 457 retirement savings plans  
• Paid Annual Leave / Sick Leave / Personal Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Group Medical, Dental, & Vision Health Plans  
• Group Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Access to training and career development opportunities
• Membership to the Virginia Library Association

Full time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Click here PSLF for additional information.

NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety, click here for the class description.

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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Salary : $65,910 - $119,906