What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Librarian position at Yuma County?
This position is advertised from the minimum to the mid-point hourly rate. Salary will be determined based on education and experience at the time offer.
NATURE OF WORK
Under limited supervision performs professional library work of moderate difficulty in the management of the Youth Services division; performs related work as required or assigned; this position has specific department responsibilities.
Hourly rate for this position has been revised effective 07/07/24.
NATURE OF WORK
Under limited supervision performs professional library work of moderate difficulty in the management of the Youth Services division; performs related work as required or assigned; this position has specific department responsibilities.
(Illustrative Only) Manages Youth Services division including planning and implementation of children's programs; supervises, trains and evaluates assigned staff; participates in interviewing and selecting new employees and volunteers; determines work schedules; submits budget requests and administers operational supplies for the division; assists with the preparation and submission of grant proposals and monitors the expenditure of the grant funds received; directs special projects; responsible for report writing and division statistics; may be the Person in Charge on nights and/or weekends at the Main Library; participates in meetings and activities with outside agencies and organizations; organizes and supervises Youth programs such as story times, puppet shows, craft programs, special interest speakers, and large annual events and festivals; plans and implements workshops for public and staff; develops and creates flyers, informational brochures, and internal slides to promote programs; provides customer services and reference service at the Youth Information Desk; responsible for collection development and book selection; compiles bibliographies; plans and conducts tours, speeches to groups, and special programs for public and private schools; serves as a liaison for the Library District's branch libraries; utilizes social media to promote the Library; creates displays to promote library use; regular and reliable attendance is required; performs other duties as assigned.
Master's degree in library science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited college or university and three (3) years of experience in youth services in a library environment; and two (2) years of supervisory experience; OR any combination of education, training, and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. Special requirements: Successful completion of a background check may be required; must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
Hourly rate for this position has been revised effective 07/07/24.
Knowledge of: Principles and practices of modern librarianship; youth psychology relating to public library services; library information tools including print resources and computer databases; children's and young adult authors, materials, and selection tools; children and young adult reader interest levels; principles and practices of supervision.
Skill in: Computer operations and automated systems; providing effective customer-oriented service; providing instruction in the use of computer and print information resources; conducting research using computerized databases and the internet; supervising the work of others; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public; communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to: Communicate effectively verbally and in writing; use modern office equipment and computers; supervise, organize, direct and evaluate staff; communicate effectively verbally and written; planning and organizing work; lift at least 5 -10 lbs; perform the essential functions of the job specifications with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Work Environment: The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, and/or kneeling; and significant fine finger dexterity; generally, the job requires 60% sitting, 20% walking and 20% standing; working at a computer monitor for extended periods required; the job is performed under minimal temperature variations and under extreme likelihood of verbal abuse from hostile and frustrated customers.
Skill in: Computer operations and automated systems; providing effective customer-oriented service; providing instruction in the use of computer and print information resources; conducting research using computerized databases and the internet; supervising the work of others; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public; communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to: Communicate effectively verbally and in writing; use modern office equipment and computers; supervise, organize, direct and evaluate staff; communicate effectively verbally and written; planning and organizing work; lift at least 5 -10 lbs; perform the essential functions of the job specifications with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Work Environment: The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, and/or kneeling; and significant fine finger dexterity; generally, the job requires 60% sitting, 20% walking and 20% standing; working at a computer monitor for extended periods required; the job is performed under minimal temperature variations and under extreme likelihood of verbal abuse from hostile and frustrated customers.
Salary : $28 - $35
