Youth Services Coordinator (Library)

Manheim Township•Lancaster, PA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The Youth Services Coordinator supports the Youth Services Manager in planning, organizing, and implementing programs and services for youth from infancy through high school. Creates a welcoming and engaging environment that promotes literacy, intellectual freedom, and equal access to information.

Requirements

Associate degree or high school diploma with experience working with children in a library or educational setting
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office, Integrated Library System (ILS), email, and internet
Enthusiasm for working with children and promoting literacy
Awareness of and adherence to best practices in youth services
Knowledge of children's and young adult literature
Knowledge of child development
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team under the leadership of the Youth Services Manager
Flexibility in responding to changing priorities
Ability to multitask without compromising work quality
Flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends based on the needs of the department
Must pass Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI Fingerprint Based Federal Criminal History Check.
Ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods of time and intermittently
Ability to lift 30 pounds, push/pull carts/crates weighing 50 pounds, and shelve materials on high as well as low shelves
Dexterity is mandatory as this job requires frequent use of hands and fingers
Ability to complete keyboard entry
Ability to talk, hear, and see
Ability to engage in activities with children, which may involve sitting on the floor, moving around the library, and participating in physical activities

Nice To Haves

Ability to speak a language in addition to English

Responsibilities

Programming - Assist in the planning of programs and presenting programs, including tween and teen programs, as assigned by the Youth Services Manager
Reader's Advisory – Provide guidance to patrons on reading selections based on age, interests, and reading level
Customer Service - Provide excellent customer service by answering questions and assisting with the use of library resources
Collection Development – Help maintain an organized, current, and relevant collection by shelving, linking, shelf reading, weeding, and making acquisition recommendations to management
Outreach - Develop relationships with community organizations and educators and participate in outreach activities to promote library services
Exercise sound judgment in the enforcement of the Library's Code of Conduct Policy and relay significant issues and patron grievances to management
Address safety concerns immediately and bring to management's attention
Keep current in all areas of youth services through ongoing continuing education
Maintain confidentiality and ethical behavior in all library matters
Library Website - Update and maintain the youth services content on the library website under the direction of the Youth Service Manager
Administrative Support – Assist with administrative tasks as assigned by the Youth Services Manager
Technology Assistance – Assist patrons with the use of computers, tablets, e-readers, and other library technologies
Perform other duties as assigned