Youth Specialist

LSSI

Osceola Library System, Veterans Branch

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Wages

Not Specified

Location

Saint Cloud, FL

Hours

40.00

MLS

Preferred

Minimum Education

Not Specified

Library Experience

Not Specified

Supervisory Experience

Not Specified

Type of Library

Public

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Job Description

LSSI seeks a full-time Youth Specialist for the Osceola Library System, Veterans Memorial Branch in St. Cloud, Florida. This outgoing, energetic candidate will design and carry out high quality and innovative programs and services directed to youth (ages 0 to 18) and their parents, teachers, and caregivers. Programs will include storytimes, afterschool programs for elementary and middle schoolers, evening programs for teens, and book talks. The Youth Specialist may also visit schools, organizations, and otherwise market library programs to the public. The successful candidate will have a strong knowledge of children’s and teen literature and extensive background working with children and teens.

Additional Info & Requirements

• Completed Application for Employment found at www.lssi.com • Familiarity with library programs • Experience in working with children of various ages • A customer-service focus in delivery of reference and information services • Strong interpersonal skills including excellent verbal and written communication skills • Excellent computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft products, library ILS systems, and electronic resources and devices as described above. • Self-starting requiring little supervision
Posted Oct 7, 2013