City of Norfolk, VA is hiring : Youth Associate (Library Associate I) in Virginia

Salary : $41,503.00 - $67,650.00 AnnuallyLocation : VA 23502, VAJob Type : Permanent Full-timeJob Number : 12876Department : LibraryOpening Date : 02 / 24 / 2025Closing Date : 3 / 6 / 2025 11 : 59 PM EasternDescriptionThe City of Norfolk's Department of Libraries is currently seeking a Library Associate I for its Library Administrative Offices & Services Center. This position assists with the daily operations of the library. Acts as an assistant to the supervisor. Provides customer service to patrons by developing and delivering age appropriate programs and readers' advisory. Promotes the general use of facilities and assists patrons in the use of collection and computers. This position is a support position at Library Headquarters. This individual trains branch youth personnel, builds and maintains KidZones and Playscapes and other youth spaces at PL locations and develops systemwide program plans for seasonal and yearly programs.The Norfolk Public Library offers equal opportunity access to information, high quality book and multimedia materials, programs, exhibits, online resources, and technology to meet the needs of our diverse community for life-long learning, cultural enrichment, and intellectual stimulation.Departmental Hiring Salary Range : $41,503Essential FunctionsEssential functions include but are not limited to : Assists Youth Services Coordinator with youth program planning and implementationAssists Digital Media Coordinator with graphic design tasks, maintaining social media pages and other tasksAssists Adult Programs Coordinator with adult program planning and implementationConducts Early Literacy programsConnects with schools to schedule library promotional visitsAttends outreach events, representing NPL to the community & schoolsDevelops fliers and other promotional materialsConducts training modules on child development and best practicesSupervises volunteers, interns and NEL'sInventories Storytime kits, KinderSTEM kits, YOUmedia rigsAssist with coordinating Special EventsResearch grants. Writes grant applicationsPlans & promotes Summer Reading ProgramManage database for Summer Reading ProgramAbility to coordinate storytime kits for a multi-branch systemCreates PowerPoints presentationsResearch topics for reports and other projectsEdits reports and writes award applicationsPerforms administrative duties by preparing and analyzing statistical reportsAbility to prioritize tasksProficient in Microsoft Office products such as WORD, EXCEL, PowerPointAbility to communicate effectively verbally and in writingPromotes the concept of the Family Place Library in NorfolkAttends Family Place Training in New YorkEducation / ExperienceWork requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. Knowledge is normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor's degree or equivalent.One year of experience in library or related services. Experience working with children & teens and adults in a library. Supervisory experience preferred.Additional Information & Requirements Valid Driver's licenseWork Hours : 40 hours / week. 9 : 00 am - 5 : 30 pm. Monday - Friday - Some nights and weekendsSigning Bonus : This position is eligible for a one-time $5000 sign on bonusRegular full-time and permanent part-time employees may receive paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, employer paid pension plan, basic life insurance, voluntary participation in medical and dental, Section 457 deferred compensation, long-term disability, optional life insurance for self, spouse and children, medical and dependent care reimbursement plans, access to membership in credit union and employer provided parking.Special project / grant employees are generally eligible for the same benefits of regular full-time employees; however, retirement, life insurance and participation in health plans vary depending upon funding and authorization.Temporary / seasonal and part-time employees are generally only eligible for employer provided parking and access to membership in credit union.RetirementIf you are hired October 5, 2010, or after to a position with City of Norfolk Retirement System benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction.If you are hired January 1, 2022, or after to a position with Virginia Retirement System (VRS) benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction.The Tuition Assistance Program is established to encourage employees toward continued self-development and education. Permanent full-time and permanent part-time classified, unclassified permanent, full-time special projects, and constitutional employees who have completed six months continuous service will be eligible to apply. The applicant's school of enrollment must be an accredited institution.NOTE : The benefits described above are broad generalizations. The specific benefits that an employee may be eligible for are governed by City regulations, as applicable to job type.Non-CityPositions listed with a job type designation of "Non-City" are not subject to the benefits descriptions above. Refer to the content of the job posting for information regarding these positions.01The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought. Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification. I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly.02Are you a current or previous City of Norfolk employee? Yes - I am a current City of Norfolk EmployeeYes - I am a previous City of Norfolk EmployeeNo - I am not a previous or current City of Norfolk employee03If you were referred for this position by a current City of Norfolk employee, please provide the employee's full name, department, and job title. If not, please indicate by typing "N / A."04Please provide an explanation of any periods of unemployment that are 30 days or longer. Indicate N / A if you have not experienced any periods of unemployment.05Please select the highest level of education you have completed. Less than High School Diploma / EquivalencyHigh School Diploma / GEDSome College (6 months or more)Vocational / Technical DegreeAssociate's DegreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's Degree or higher06Do you have experience in early literacy, child development, and best practices working with children? YesNo07If yes, please describe, if no type N / A.08Do you have supervisory experience? YesNo09Describe your outreach experience? If no experience, type N / A.10Do you have experience in conducting training sessions? YesNo11Do you have experience with curriculum-based programming such as Babygarten, KinderSTEM, and the Family Place Parent / Child Workshop, 1-2-3 Play with Me? YesNo12Do you have experience with Summer Reading Programs, preparing programs & presentations, and creating flyers and displays? YesNo13Do you have proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher? (Please note : Skills Assessment may be given at time of interview.) YesNo14Describe your experience in promoting library services and programs. If no experience, type N / A.15Can you attend a 4-day training workshop in New York? YesNo16Please indicate your veteran status. (A copy of your long form DD-214 may be required) I am not a VeteranI am a VeteranI am a Disabled VeteranRequired Question

Salary : $41,503 - $67,650