Library Associate 3

Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Osceola Library System is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated full-time Library Associate 3 - Youth Services Specialist for the Poinciana Library.

This is a perfect position for someone with an education or library background looking for new and innovative ways to encourage literacy, critical thinking, tech skills, and imagination in our youngest patrons. The successful candidate will possess a knowledge of children’s literature, a love of reading and learning to share with children and their families; an interest in STEAM concepts with good tech skills, and a commitment to enhancing literacy of all kinds. Excellent customer service and teamwork skills are a must!

Primary Responsibilites

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily.

• Deliver programming to include regular story times, after-school programs for elementary and middle school students, events and classes for teens, and outreach programs and tours to schools and community organizations using material created or developed in conjunction with the Youth Services team.
• Join schools, organizations, and partner agencies to promote library events to the public, helping to create life-long library patrons and forging robust community partnerships
• Contribute to the Youth team by supporting system-wide events, attending meetings, and offering support
• Support a successful Summer Learning Program
• Document statistics and prepare reports about youth programming at the assigned branch
• Recommend reading and learning materials to children, parents, and caregivers
• Assist with daily library operations and support all Library goals and initiatives
• Inform library patrons of rules of conduct as necessary, and enforce those rules when appropriate
• Know and understand the American Library Association’s Library Bill of Rights, Freedom to Read Statement, and Freedom to View Statement, recognizing that freedom of access is a fundamental tenet of a public library. In addition to these freedoms, support client discretion of materials available at your local library(ies)
• Follow all legal and policy requirements related to patron privacy and custodianship of patron records
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS

An individual should possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed and meet the amount of education,

Training And/or Work Experience Required.

• H.S. Diploma or GED required, Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Education, Museum Studies, or similar disciplines preferred; will accept a combination of education and experience
• 2 years of direct experience working with children of various ages and families
• Public library experience a plus
• Strong presentation skills, with the ability to engage both in-person and virtually, in the library and the community.
• Creative problem-solver and confident professional with a strong commitment to customer service.
• Excellent technology skills, including experience with web-based platforms, digital resources, and STEAM education tools.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently.
• Bilingual (Spanish-speaking) preferred, but not required.
• Strong decision-making skills and the ability to think strategically and collaboratively.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to move from place to place within the location; lift, push/pull, hold/carry items weighing up to (25) pounds and occasionally up to (35) pounds such as files, books, stacks of paper, and other materials.
• Ability to sit for long periods and maintain focus on projects such as computer screens or detailed paperwork.
  
  

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• PTO
• Tuition Assistance
• 401K Eligibility
• Wellness Resources
• Hours: 40 hours a week
• Pay rate: $17.50/hr
  
  

EEO STATEMENT

The company and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate the population of differences and does not discriminate in its hiring/hiring practices, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nothing in this job specification restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.

Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.