Library - Associate III - Teen and Young Adult Services

About the role

The Teen & Young Adult Services LA3 plans, schedules, and implements library programs for patrons ages 13-21, including setup and clean-up with staff assistance. This senior Library Associate role supports a robust programming schedule, provides library collection assistance, and works at a service desk to deliver excellent customer service. The position may supervise Library Associate 2s and reports to the Library Director.

Responsibilities

• Plans and presents teen and young adult programs, including technology, craft, and other classes, both in-person and as pre-recorded videos or streaming virtual events, aligned with the library’s vision and mission.
• Manages the access and use of the Cybrarium Makerspace and VR, including ordering supplies and submitting maintenance requests.
• Acts as the primary staff liaison for the Cybrarium’s Teen Advisory Group.
• Inputs planned programs into a shared tracking system and maintains accurate program statistics.
• Collaborates with the Operations Coordinator to design marketing materials for print and digital distribution.
• Provides customer service by greeting and assisting patrons, informing them of conduct rules, and enforcing those rules when necessary.
• Assists with the circulation of library materials, including shelving and pulling holds for patrons.
• Supports library opening and closing procedures.
• Adheres to legal and policy requirements related to patron privacy and the custodianship of patron records.
• May coordinate volunteers/interns, assign duties, and provide necessary training.
• Presents children’s Storytime and other children’s or adult programs as directed or in the absence of the Children and Adult Specialist.
• Coordinates field trips, including confirming details, inputting data into a shared tracker, and aiding in planned activities.
• Works closely with the programming team to plan, implement, and promote programming activities, including outreach events outside the Cybrarium.
• Collaborates with other LA3 programmers to identify and bring in outside presenters.
• May delegate tasks to LA2s for smooth service desk workflow or program success with supervisor approval.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Two years of experience in library support or paraprofessional position, or an equivalent combination of library experience, relevant curriculum or program development, instruction, and presentation experience.
• Knowledge of teen literature, educational resources, and developmentally appropriate programming is preferred.
• Understands and supports the American Library Association’s Library Bill of Rights, Freedom to Read Statement, and Freedom to View Statement, recognizing freedom of access as a fundamental tenet of public libraries.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently moves within the location to file and retrieve books and other items, including from high shelves.
• Lifts and pushes up to 25 pounds regularly and occasionally up to 35 pounds (e.g., heavy boxes, books, and equipment).
• Works in confined spaces and performs tasks requiring walking, bending, stooping, reaching, and climbing.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources

Hours worked per week: 40