Youth Services Librarian

Columbus Metropolitan Library

. Provide a positive and enriching experience by engaging youth and caregivers in conversation and activities while promoting literacy and reading .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeColumbus • Ohio • United StatesJunior💰 $51,064 - $68,619 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in youth programming and literacy promotion, with a strong focus on customer engagement and reference services. Proficient in training staff and customers on library resources and managing collection evaluation and outreach initiatives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master’s Of Library And Information Science DegreeYouth Programming DevelopmentReference Service ExpertiseCustomer-Focused ApproachLibrary Technology Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Youth ProgrammingReference ServiceCollection ManagementReaders’ AdvisoryTraining and Guiding StaffOutreach and Relationship BuildingVisual MerchandisingPresentation SkillsLibrary Technology OperationLifting and Pushing Up To 50 Lbs

Soft Skills

Customer EngagementIndependent WorkJudgment in Handling InformationGroup Process ManagementEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

WindowsMicrosoft OfficeResearch DatabasesDigital ResourcesLibrary Technology

Certifications & Qualifications

ALA Accredited Master’s Degree

Industry Keywords

Youth ServicesLiteracy PromotionCommunity ResourcesEarly Literacy SkillsLibrary Operations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide a positive and enriching experience by engaging youth and caregivers in conversation and activities while promoting literacy and reading
Develop and deliver youth programming and services aligned with the library’s Young Minds Strategy
Provide expert reference service in person, by phone, email, and chat
Initiate and promote teen and children’s programs and informal engagements
Provide readers’ advisory using collection knowledge, publishing industry knowledge, and relevant resources
Train and guide staff and customers in research databases, community resources, digital resources, and reference tools
Evaluate the juvenile collection and lead collection management and visual merchandising activities
Train customers and staff on library and community resources
Conduct outreach and build relationships with schools and organizations serving youth and families
Promote early literacy skills, developmentally appropriate tools, and reading
Supervise volunteers and/or practicum students/interns
Participate in and present at local, state, and national conferences
Assume responsibility for location operations in the absence of a manager
Perform additional duties, including project leadership and serving on task forces or committees

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s of Library and Information Science Degree from ALA accredited institution of higher learning required
1-3 years’ working with youth required
Ability to use appropriate judgment in handling information and records
Ability to work independently with limited direction
Customer-focused approach and ability to meet customer expectations
Ability to effectively present in a variety of formal settings
Ability to command attention and manage group process
Ability to operate library technology, including personal computer, email, Windows/Microsoft Office, and other job-related equipment and systems
Ability to utilize reliable transportation to promptly report to job assignment and other locations, per job requirements
Occasional lifting or pushing of up to 50 lbs. and frequent lifting or pushing of up to 20 lbs.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
Mental health resources and employee assistance programs
Generous paid time off and leave options
Participation in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS)
Additional investment and savings plans
Voluntary and supplemental insurance plans