Library - Associate III - Teen and Young Adult Services

JOB SUMMARY

The main role of the Teen & Young Adult Services LA3 is to schedule, plan, and implement library programs for patrons ages 13-21; including setup and clean-up with assistance from staff. This position works closely with the other LA3 positions to support a robust programming schedule and provide library collection assistance.

The main role of the Teen & Young Adult Services LA3 is to schedule, plan, and implement library programs for patrons ages 13-21; including setup and clean-up with assistance from staff. This position works closely with the other LA3 positions to support a robust programming schedule and provide library collection assistance. The Teen & Young Adult Services LA3 will also work at a service desk where they will provide excellent customer service, help oversee day-to-day tasks, and communicate staff and patron concerns to the Director.

The Library Associate 3 role is the senior role in the Library Associate job family and may supervise Library Associate 2s. This position reports to the Library Director. Hours worked per week: 40

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• Plans and presents teen and young adult programs, including technology, craft, and other classes. Programs may be conducted in-person and as pre-recorded videos or streaming virtual events. Programs must continuously accommodate the library vision and mission.
• Manages the access and use of the Cybrarium Makerspace, VR including placing of supplies orders and maintenance requests.
• Acts as the primary staff liaison for the Cybrarium’s Teen Advisory Group.
• Inputs planned programs into a shared tracking system and maintains accurate statistics of programs.
• Works with Operations Coordinator to design marketing materials for print and digital distribution.
• Provides customer service to patrons by greeting and assisting patrons
• Informs library patrons of rules of conduct as necessary, and enforce those rules when appropriate.
• Assist with the circulation of library materials, including shelving and pulling of holds for patrons.
• Assists with library opening and closing procedures
• Follow legal and policy requirements related to the patron privacy and custodianship of patron records
• May coordinate volunteers/interns and assign duties, providing necessary training.
• Presents children's Storytime and other children's or adult program coverage under the direction and/or in the absence of the Children and Adult Specialist.
• Coordinates field trips: confirms details, inputs data into a shared tracker, and aids in planned activities during the field trip.
• Works closely with the programming team to plan, implement and promote programming activities, including outreach events outside the Cybrarium.
• Works with the other LA3 programmers to identify and bring in outside presenters.
• May delegate tasks to LA2s for smooth service desk workflow and/or program success with the approval of the appropriate supervisor(s).
• Other duties as assigned

An individual should possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed and meet the amount of education, training and/or work experience required.

• High School Diploma or GED required:
  Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Two years of experience in library support or paraprofessional position; or an equivalent combination of library experience, relevant curriculum or program development, instruction, and presentation experience.
• Knowledge of teen literature, educational resources, and developmentally appropriate programming is preferred.
• 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.

• Must be able to frequently move from place to place within the location; file and retrieve books and other items on high shelves.
• Lift/push up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 35 pounds of heavy boxes, books, and equipment; work in confined spaces; walk; bend; stoop; reach; and climb.

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