Youth Services Librarian

Description

• Department: Pinnacle Branch
• Weekly
  
  Hours:
  
  40 hours per week (Full-Time)
• Hiring Range:  per hour, DOE
• Benefits: Eligible for Full-Time Benefits
• Final date to receive applications
  :
  Wednesday, July 22nd 2026 at 5:00 pm
• Targeted Position Start-Date: August 2026

The Youth Services Librarian performs a variety of professional librarian duties at library facilities and in the community, upholding the District’s mission, values, and service philosophy. This position develops, designs, implements, and evaluates library programs, events, and services; primarily focused on engaging children and teens ages 0-18, their families, caregivers, and educators.

Librarians at the Meridian Library District actively engage in building connections with diverse community organizations and leaders to foster awareness and engagement with library services.

Essential

The Youth Services Librarian uses principles of project management to spearhead library initiatives that align with the Meridian Library District’s strategic goals and are responsive to community needs. Leads and actively participates in District committees. Works collaboratively with staff from across the District in various departments and positions to support library initiatives; supports clear communication between library administration, management teams, committees, and library staff.

The Youth Services Librarian researches, develops, and implements new and innovative initiatives, programs, community events, and library services to generate measurable learning outcomes, interest, and enjoyment for the community. Designs programs and events primarily focused on engaging children and teens ages 0-18, their families, caregivers, and educators while adhering to the District’s strategic priorities and budget allocations. Working with the Branch Manager, coordinates with outside presenters and community partners, negotiates presenter contracts, experiments with new ideas or concepts, and collaboratively works with library staff across the District to implement ideas.

Continuously evaluates library programs and services to make improvements based on patron, community, and management feedback. Is engaged in professional activities through associations, committees, or other organizations outside of the Meridian Library District. Establishes and maintains community partnerships and provides embedded library service to organizations within the Meridian community.

The Youth Services Librarian provides excellent customer service, makes customer focused decisions based on library policies and procedures, and resolves patron concerns in a positive, friendly manner. Drawing upon advanced knowledge of library resources and practices, provides a variety of library services including circulation, informational and reference assistance, readers’ advisory, and technology help to a variety of patrons from diverse backgrounds, professions, and ages.

Facilitates access to the library collection and services, providing reference interviews to advise patrons about library materials, resources, and technology equipment. Actively promotes respect for diversity and creates an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful library atmosphere.

The Youth Services Librarian is well-versed in public library trends and practices; a wide range of materials, authors, and library resources for children and teens ages 0-18; childhood and brain development; current events and community interests. Maintains an advanced knowledge through regular review of professional literature, market research, and continuing education opportunities. May present, to library administration and the Library Board of Trustees, at conferences or to other community partners.

Maintains accurate records, collects statistics, tracks library program performance measures, and prepares reports related to library services and events as requested by administration. Maintains public calendars to ensure room availability and program promotion.

The Youth Services Librarian…