JOB SUMMARY
The primary responsibility of the Youth Services Librarian is to provide excellent customer service through planning and implementing library events and services to children, parents, caregivers, and educators who use library services. The Youth Services Librarian fulfills all the duties of the Youth Services Assistant position and assists the Youth Services Event Librarian and the Outreach Librarian with services, including events directly relating to families, special exhibitions, and projects. Working closely with the Youth Collections Librarian, they assist with collection management of the youth and teen collections.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Maintains patron confidentiality in compliance with Wyoming state law.
2. Takes ownership of their performance, development, and accomplishments.
3. Promotes teamwork within the division and Laramie County Library System (LCLS).
4. Serves on system-wide teams and represents LCLS in the community as assigned.
5. Works quickly, effectively, and accurately within tight deadlines.
6. Performs other related and necessary duties as assigned.
7. Models professional reference services for non-MLS employees.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
1. Provides exceptional customer service and models standards for professional library service.
2. Maintains knowledge of procedures and policies of LCLS and the Youth and Outreach Services Division. Interprets and applies policy in order to make decisions regarding patrons and procedures.
3. Observes patron behavior in relation to the Code of Conduct. Follows guidelines for applying standards and consequences. Enlists assistance from other employees, managers, administration, security, and law enforcement as needed. Reports violations in a timely and professional manner.
4. Cross-trains and works at other public service points as assigned.
EVENTS AND OUTREACH
1. Works with other Youth Services Specialists/Librarians and the Youth Services Event Librarian to create and implement youth events for children in preschool through grade six.
2. Develops events, activities, educational modules, and other interactive learning tools to enhance special traveling exhibitions or projects received by the library, including outreach to schools and other organizations.
3. Implements regular preschool early literacy classes, including digital classes utilizing standards established by the library.
4. Implements outreach storytimes in childcare facilities, as needed, under the direction of the Outreach Librarian.
5. Drives the bookmobile and provides mobile library services to the community under the direction of the Bookmobile & Homebound Coordinator.
6. Directs the activities of assigned volunteers.
7. Participates in professional activities on a local, state, and regional level when applicable to position or needs of the division.
COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT
1. Develops a diverse and thorough knowledge of the youth and teen collections.
2. Manages assigned areas of the youth and teen collections, including purchasing, evaluating, and weeding, utilizing collection management tools.
3. Works with Youth Collections Librarian to curate and maintain a balanced collection meeting the varied needs of the community.
4. Provides input on the development of digital collections.
PERSON IN CHARGE (PIC) RESPONSIBILITES
1. Serves as the Person in Charge (PIC) as assigned. Assists with emergencies, troubleshoots facility and/or technology issues, and works at public service desks as needed. May supervise employees’ work and duties during PIC times.
2. Works directly with the public to make exceptions, explain policies, and resolve problems
BENEFITS
• LCLS pays 100% of the employee contributions to the Wyoming Retirement System (WRS). The total rate is currently 18.62% of gross earnings (the employee rate is 9.25% and the employer rate is 9.37% of gross earnings). WRS is a pension plan that will pay lifetime benefits, regardless of the account balance, when age and service requirements are met.
• Employees pay into Social Security.
• LCLS also pays 100% of the premium for $25,000 term life insurance policy for the employee.
• This position receives paid time off for 13 holidays, vacation and sick leave, and an annual personal day.
• Vacation leave is accrued based on the number of hours worked, so is not a lump sum, but is earned over time. Employees are eligible to use vacation leave after six months of employment (prior commitments negotiable). For the first two years, employees earn up to two weeks of vacation leave per year. The number of weeks of vacation leave increase with years of service.
• Medical insurance and a separate dental plan are available at the employee’s option. LCLS pays 85% of the cost for the medical and dental insurance premiums and the employee pays the remaining 15%.
• A deferred compensation plan, prepaid legal services agreement, vision coverage, and other supplemental insurance options are also available at the employee’s expense.
• Employees may join the YMCA without an initiation fee.
• Employees may join the Cheyenne-Laramie County Employees Federal Credit Union.
SELECTION PROCESS
Interested applicants are encouraged to apply by completing an application and upload a cover letter and résumé. More information may be found at LCLSonline.org/work. The application deadline is Thursday, October 31, 2024, 11:59 p.m. with anticipated interviews occurring in November 2024. The hiring committee will contact applicants who are selected for interviews. As a courtesy, we notify all applicants when a position is filled. Hiring is contingent on a post-offer criminal history background check.
Working at Laramie County Library System is about joining an award-winning organization that sets the bar for service regionally and nationally. The Gale/Library Journal 2008 Library of the Year, Laramie County Library System serves the people of Laramie County by encouraging and supporting lifelong learning and adventure. With nearly 385,000 yearly visitors to our 103,000 sq. ft. central library, two branch libraries, and bookmobile, Laramie County Library System provides opportunities that empower everyone to reach their full potential. Come join us!
The individual in this position will have the opportunity to help patrons using the second floor, as well as services provided by the Youth and Outreach Services division. This includes working at a public service desk (usually with a coworker), planning and implementing events for youth birth to 18, implementing outreach to the community through bookmobile services or doing early literacy programs, and assisting in the development of the youth materials collection. The majority of position’s time will be spent working directly with youth and their caregivers.
This position is one of 14 Youth and Outreach Services employees working together to provide exceptional customer service. A background in public service, proficiency with technology, and creativity will be important to success.
External Job Ad
HTTPS://Lclsonline.org/work
LCLS is an equal opportunity employer. We support and adhere to the tenets of the Americans with Disabilities Act. LCLS is an at-will employer. LCLS provides a drug-free workplace for its employees in accordance with the requirements of the US Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988. Hiring is contingent on a post-offer background check.
QUESTIONS
For questions about this position, contact Youth & Outreach Services Manager Mynda Camphouse at mcamphouse@lclsonline.org. No phone calls, please.