Youth Services Librarian

Prince William County Government•Prince William County, VA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Prince William Public Libraries (PWPL) is seeking two (2) organized, creative, and community-focused individuals to join the Youth Services Department at Montclair Library in Dumfries, Virginia. The ideal candidates are collaborative team players with excellent customer service skills and a passion for serving children, teens, and their families. These individuals will bring creativity, enthusiasm, and a community-centered approach to developing engaging library services and programs for our younger patrons. The Montclair Library team is committed to fostering a collaborative, supportive workplace culture while delivering exceptional service to both internal and external customers. We value innovation, teamwork, and meaningful community engagement, and we are looking for someone who shares our dedication to creating welcoming, enriching experiences for every visitor.

Requirements

Master’s degree in library or information science

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one (1) year of experience working in a public library, school library, or bookstore.
Experience in planning, promoting, and implementing successful programs.
Experience utilizing public library resources in both digital and physical formats.
Experience collaborating effectively within a team in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and virtual meeting platforms such as Webex, or equivalent software.
Experience assisting patrons with technology, including computers, printers, copiers, scanners, tablets, and e-readers.
Experience using an Integrated Library System.
Experience conducting community outreach and building community partnerships.
Experience planning and leading programs in a library setting or through a community-based organization.
Experience with collection maintenance practices, including weeding, merchandising, and rebalancing floating collections.

Responsibilities

Plan, implement, and assist with library programming, including story times, programs, tours, and outreach for youth of all ages and their families
Regularly work at the integrated service desk and provide patrons with circulation, reader’s advisory, reference, and technology assistance
Maintain children’s and young adult collections through weeding and rebalancing
Create displays, book lists, flyers, posters and other handouts to promote the library’s physical collection, online resources, and youth programming
Represent Prince William Public Libraries at outreach events
Train, schedule, and supervise Teen Volunteers for Summer Reading Program and Teen Advisory Group

Benefits

Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
401a and 457 retirement savings plans
Paid Annual Leave / Sick Leave / Personal Leave
Paid Holidays
Group Medical, Dental, & Vision Health Plans
Group Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Access to training and career development opportunities
Membership to the Virginia Library Association
Full time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.