Library Associate - Teen Associate

At Tulsa City-County Library, we do more than provide access to books—we connect people to opportunity. Every day, our employees create welcoming spaces, build connections, solve problems, and help customers from all walks of life access the tools they need to learn new skills, discover new ideas, access resources, and build brighter futures. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact in your community, we invite you to explore a career with Tulsa City-County Library.

With a strong focus on customer experience, the Judy Z. Kishner Library Teen Library Associate anticipates trends, identifies opportunities to improve workflow, and proactively connects customers with the full range of services offered by TCCL. From welcoming guests to educating, guiding, and recommending resources, this position ensures every teen and family member has an extraordinary and meaningful library experience.

The Judy Z. Kishner Library after school Teen Lounge/Maker area is available every Thursday from 3-5 pm. This program offers a multitude of art based programs that include painting, sculpture, printmaking and crafting. All supplies are provided and this program is free of charge.

• Presents programs for teens in anticipation of or response to customer interest or needs;
• Helps develop and maintain the tweens and teens collection at the Kishner library;
• Conducts community outreach, which may include services to schools, and community organizations;
• Prepares displays to augment youth services and to promote the collection and programs;
• Maintains and operates AV equipment, computers, office machines, and other library hardware and software;
• May serve as Person in Charge of the location as needed; directing tasks of Customer Service Assistants, Shelvers and volunteers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelors’ degree required.
• No previous experience required; library, retail, or customer service experience preferred.

Judy Z. Kishner Library

Part Time - 20hr./week

$21.10 / hour

Accrued Paid Time Off

• Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
• Thursday 12 pm - 8 pm
• Alternating Fridays 10 am - 6 pm and Saturdays 10 am - 5 pm

Library work is about people first. Our employees actively engage with customers, provide exceptional service, and help connect people to the resources they need to learn, grow, and succeed. We serve customers from all backgrounds and life experiences, and we value empathy, respect, curiosity, and a commitment to public service. If you enjoy helping others and making a meaningful impact in your community, you'll thrive at Tulsa City-County Library.

The job occasionally requires stooping or bending. Occasional light lifting, such as three or four reams of paper, four for five books, or other materials (up to 20 pounds) may be required.

There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less than optimal temperature and air conditions. The job may involve dealing with modestly unpleasant situations, such as occasional exposure to office chemicals and/or extensive use of video display terminals.