Youth Librarian - Teen Focus

Job Title: Youth Librarian

Classification: Professional

Location: Main

Reports To: Assistant Director

Position Type: Non-Exempt

Grade: I

JOB PURPOSE

Provides information and instructional services in individual and group settings using library resources and acts as resource person for daily operations to meet the information needs of the community, with a focus on youth and families 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops and conducts library classes/events, community educational initiatives, and special events related to youth (Ages birth through 17 years), adding elements of technology into classes
• Familiar with all collections and all services we offer including readers advisory and information services with particular knowledge of early childhood literacy, youth literature and youth reader's advisory
• Regularly works youth service desk at Main library and other public service desks as assigned
• Acts as liaison with LPCPL Outreach staff to develop kits and deliver lessons and trainings for educators and students
• Coordinates, supervises and manages the work of volunteers/interns related to programs, classes, events, and other special projects 
• Completes assigned collection projects 
• Participates on planning committees 
• Prepares and analyzes statistical reports
• Provides marketing content and information classes/events and initiatives
• Writes requests for proposals for grants, services, and programs
• Attends conferences, workshops and training sessions as part of on-going professional development
• Applies LPCPL's customer service standards (courtesy, Professionalism, attitude, safety, quality)
• Creates a safe and clean environment for customers and staff
• Applies Code of Conduct policy consistently with all customers
• Abides by established policies and procedures

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Values Diversity – manages relationships with all kinds and classes of people inclusively and equitably, respects, values, and encourages the unique dimensions each employee adds to the organization and each member of the community brings to the whole; seeks opportunities to learn about differences
• Customer Focus – primarily focused on customer needs; able to deliver high quality, value added services; constantly strives to find new ways to increase satisfaction and understanding, foster equitable services, and forge meaningful connections
• Ethics, Values and Judgement – exercises best judgement, trustworthiness, and professional standards of conduct; consistently demonstrates the Library’s values, moral principles, and accountability through behavior, character, and action.
• Professional and Technical Knowledge – demonstrates proficiency in professional and technical skills and/or knowledge in position-related areas; purposely keeps up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise, in order to better foster personal success and connections for others
• Managerial Courage and Integrity – tactfully provides direct and actionable feedback in a timely manner; is open and direct but not intimidating; deals head-on with people and problems even in the most difficult situations
• Communicates Effectively – conveys ideas/information in a way that is clear, engaging, and suitable to the audience. Main point of the message is apparent. Listens more than speaks; responds appropriately; seeks influence
• Decision Quality – makes decisions and solves problems; can deal adeptly with varied levels of complexity, ambiguity, and risk; takes responsibility and accepts ownership for decisions regardless of outcome; responds promptly and appropriately in crises situations
• Drives for Results – focuses on results and desired outcomes and how best to achieve them; does not confuse effort with results; gets the job done

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• You have a Masters of Library Science degree and an Indiana Library Certification Level 3 or the ability to obtain within 3 years; must maintain all certification requirements
• You have 1 year of library or teaching experience; familiar with infant, child, and adolescent learning and development
• You have public speaking experience
• You use creativity and innovation in planning and conducting classes and events
• You use good judgement when making independent decisions
• You have the ability to organize multiple tasks and projects to meet deadlines
• You are comfortable and confident working in an environment with a variety of hardware devices and software products, and willingness to learn new technologies
• You welcome working with all people from your community
• You are positive, adaptable, and forward thinking
• You display appropriate demeanor at all times; this includes dress, body language, and facial expressions
• You can organize materials alphabetically and numerically
• You have a valid Indiana driver’s license and the ability to obtain a for hire endorsement within 90 days if needed

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Office environment; exposure to materials returned in unfavorable conditions, occasional exposure to outside weather conditions, odor, noise, heat and cold
• Occasionally drives a variety of company vehicles to all locations and scheduled stops
• Mobility: Frequently lifts and carries 10-50 pounds; occasionally pushes/pulls up to 50 pounds using cart; occasionally sits, stands, kneels, squats, bends, twists, grasps, and reaches above shoulders to move materials
• Vision abilities include: close, distance, color, peripheral vision, and depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Must be able to respond to fire alarms, warning sirens, and phone pages