Library - Substitute Youth Services Specialist (Central Library) Job at City of

Library - Substitute Youth Services Specialist (Central Library)

The starting salary is $17.27 an hour for this position. It is a substitute position on an as‑needed basis and does not include benefits.

This Substitute Youth Services Specialist performs responsible work planning, organizing, publicizing and conducting programs at the Central Library for children, young adults, and families. The role provides reader’s advisory and reference services for patrons of all ages and of a diverse population, working under the general supervision of the Branch Manager or Supervising Children’s Librarian, depending on assignment.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, publicizes, and conducts library programs for children, young adults, and/or families. Works within allowable budget, maintains program calendar, and utilizes outside presenters when applicable.
• Provides outreach in schools and community organizations and organizes tours and group visits to the library.
• Conducts and evaluates programs using a variety of techniques, resources, and activities, and records statistics.
• Designs creative displays, including books, bookmarks, information, seasonal materials, bulletin boards, and room‑wide decorations.
• Processes books and other materials that have been placed on hold by patrons at other branches.
• Provides reader’s advisory and reference services and other assistance to patrons.
• Performs circulation functions: checking materials in and out, creating new accounts, and resolving patron account issues.
• Assists patrons at multiple service desks as assigned.
• Organizes and maintains library materials; shelves by call number, straightening, and sorting.
• Maintains collection, including suggesting new materials, identifying gaps, and participating in weeding.
• Conducts reference interviews, interprets questions, and identifies appropriate responses; answers reader’s advisory queries, prepares teacher loans, and handles patron subject requests.
• Opens, operates, and closes library building/department.
• Promotes library services and materials.
• Assists with training and assignment of tasks to library volunteers.
• Might assume responsibility for department or building in the absence of manager.
• Flexible schedule including days, evenings, and weekends.
• Uses JMRL equipment, tools, and resources appropriately and responsibly.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

Other Duties

• Performs additional duties to support operational requirements as apparent or assigned.

Education & Experience

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and previous experience working with children, young adults, and families.
• OR Associate’s degree and 3 years of experience working with children, young adults, and families.
• OR High School diploma or GED and 5 years of experience working with children, young adults, and families.
• OR an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the specific requirements listed above.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated artistic ability to create visually appealing and accurate promotional and programming materials.
• Experience working with children.

Certifications / Other Requirements:

• Must successfully pass a pre‑employment background check.

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• General knowledge of children’s and young adult literature.
• Knowledge of children's and young adult resources, needs, and interests.
• Familiarity with productivity software and the Internet.
• Knowledge of circulation hardware and related technology.
• Knowledge of library policies and procedures associated with circulation and public services.

The City of Charlottesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports workforce diversity at all levels of the organization. The City prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military service, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Requests for reasonable accommodation may be requested by contacting Human Resources at (434) 970‑3490 or hr@charlottesville.gov.