What are the responsibilities and job description for the TEEN SPECIALIST I position at St Louis Public Library?
This position is responsible for developing and implementing engaging teen programs that respond to community needs, representing the Library through outreach, and ensuring all young people have a positive experience at the Library.
In this role you will:
Ensure that teens, children, and caregivers who visit the Library feel welcome and find resources that meet their needs.- Develop and implement engaging programs for youth, especially teens, including arts programs, STEM programs, video gaming, and more.
- Implement and shape key Library initiatives that impact teens and youth, including our Summer Challenge reading program and teen volunteer program.
- Provide circulation assistance, including checkouts and card applications, and assist customers utilizing Library equipment.
- Establish and maintain working relations with schools and other community organizations to promote library services to students, teachers and parents.
You will need to be:
Committed to serving St. Louis Public Library’s diverse customer base and developing your own cultural awareness.- Friendly, outgoing, and excited to work with teens.
- Organized, detail-oriented, and able to work with competing tasks and priorities.
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
You will need to have:
- At least one year of experience working with youth in a professional setting, or a Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Education, or related field.
- Strong communication, writing, and speaking skills
- Strong technical skills, comfort with operating video game systems, and an understanding of how technology can be incorporated into learning opportunities
Access to reliable transportation for outreach and other job duties.
You will earn:
- Competitive pay starting at $18.71/hourly
- Medical, dental, and life insurance
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick days
- Pension plan through the Employees Retirement System of the City of St. Louis
- Partial tuition reimbursement for approved courses
Professional Development Opportunities
Schedule
40 hours per week; Combination of mornings and evenings; Weekends Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Hours are subject to change
About SLPL:
St. Louis Public Library is a true urban library, representing the historic center of the St. Louis region: the City of St. Louis. With its roots in the mid-1800s, St. Louis Public Library has a long history of innovation and service, a large and historic collection including rare books and extensive special collections, and a diverse and dedicated staff. Our technology is a major resource throughout the City and beyond, and the Library makes an enormous investment in technology annually to keep them state of the art. We operate 17 locations in a relatively small city of 61 square miles. These range from the magnificent Central Library – one of the world’s great public libraries – to regional and neighborhood libraries that vary in size and design but are centerpieces in their communities. St. Louis was an early, passionate supporter of library services to children, and that remains a core value and mission. Outreach into our varied communities, marketing the Library’s remarkable strengths, and working with civic and cultural partners to benefit St. Louisans are all closely held values and goals at the Library.
About the Julia Davis Library:
- Originally opened in 1974 at 4666 Natural Bridge Avenue. The branch was relocated to a brand new facility at its present location in September 1991.
- The Library broke with tradition by dedicating the branch in 1991 in honor of a living person, local educator and activist Dr. Julia Davis.
- Newly renovated in 2023! The 15,000 square foot facility now includes the Creative Experience, a makerspace and workforce development center with studio-quality software and equipment to help with project production.
- The Julia Davis Branch supports the collection needs of residents throughout the region by serving as the materials exchange hub between the St. Louis Public Library and the St. Louis County Library.
About the neighborhood:
The Julia Davis Branch is located north and slightly west of Downtown St. Louis City on Natural Bridge Avenue, a major thoroughfare in North St. Louis. The library is within the Penrose neighborhood. The Julia Davis Branch has a special connection to the community it serves. In 1961, local educator and activist Dr. Julia Davis donated funds for the creation of the Julia Davis African American Collection. This collection explores the unique contributions of African American literature, history, and culture. Her initial contributions have been carried on by the St. Louis Public Library and today feature more than 3,000 items, including biographies, literature, music, and films.
To apply:
If you are interested in this opportunity, please visit slpl.org and click on the Careers link, and submit both your cover letter and your resume with your application. Thank you!
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