Library Associate

As a Youth Services Library Associate at the Cape Coral Lee County Public Library, you’ll help bring engaging library experiences to young patrons both inside the branch and out in the community.

What You’ll Do:

• Plan and present storytimes, activities, and other library programs for children, teens, and families

• Provide friendly and welcoming customer service to patrons of all ages

• Assist with reference questions, readers’ advisory, and the use of print and digital resources

• Support youth collection maintenance, including displays, weeding, and organization

• Help patrons navigate electronic resources, basic technology, and internet use

• Create inviting displays that highlight library materials

• Prepare purchase requests and basic reports as needed

• Use standard library equipment, including computers, self-check machines, and photocopiers

To succeed in this role, you’ll need strong communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively with a team, and a commitment to providing inclusive service to a diverse community. You should be comfortable engaging with patrons of all ages, including children, teens, and those who speak languages other than English. Initiative, creativity, and flexibility are key—along with a willingness to grow and learn.

Spanish language skills are a plus.

Minimum qualifications:

• A combination of education and experience equivalent to an Associate’s Degree or two years of college coursework
• Two years of customer service or closely related experience

Preferred qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• One year of experience in a library setting
• A valid Florida Driver’s License

Work Schedule: Full-time, 80 hours bi-weekly, with variable hours that may include evenings, Saturdays, and some Sundays

Location Flexibility: Employees may be reassigned temporarily or permanently to other locations in the system based on operational needs

Team Culture: You’ll be part of a dedicated team that values collaboration, continuous learning, and outstanding service, both to the public and to one another.

At the Lee County Library System, we do more than lend books — we build community. With 13 active branches, innovative resources, and impactful programs, we empower people of all ages to explore, learn, and connect.

If you’re passionate about public service, creativity, and helping others thrive, this is your opportunity to grow your career and make a real difference.

Why Join Lee County Library System?

• Be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and community engagement
• Work in a 13-branch system serving a diverse and growing population
• Deliver programs, services, and resources that inspire learning and lifelong curiosity
• Support access to books, technology, and opportunity—for everyone in our community

About Lee County
Lee County is located in beautiful Southwest Florida and is home to over 800,000 residents. We are dedicated to serving our community with high-quality services and a focus on sustainability and innovation. Join us in making Lee County a great place to live, work, and visit. Find out more about Lee County at Lee County Government.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:

All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.