Librarian - Youth Services - Main Branch

Librarian I - Youth Services - Main Branch

Library, 555 Walnut St, Abilene, Texas, United States of America

Posted Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Under general supervision, the Youth Services Librarian is responsible for all aspects of programming and services for the youth demographic (birth to eightenn (18) years of age). The position provides age-appropriate programming and other programmatic services to enhance the adoration of reading. Independent judgment, initiative, tact, and courtesy are required. Work evaluation is conducted by review of plans, programs, reports, and in conferences.

Exercises direct supervision over paraprofessional, technical, clerical, and volunteer staff.

• Develop and conduct programs for children from birth through eighteen (18) years of age. Programs occur both inside and outside the library, and they include regularly scheduled weekly and monthly programs, special events, group tours, puppet shows, visual presentations, etc.
• Exercise basic program production skills including, but not limited to, planning age‑appropriate programs for all ages, and implementing and evaluating program success. Knowledge of readers’ advisory for all levels, with emphasis on learning styles for juvenile readers is essential.
• Collaborate with the Technical Service department to maintain a well‑organized current children’s materials collection by making recommendations for new and retrospective materials purchases and by purging the collection of obsolete and/or worn materials on a regular basis.
• Provide reference and individual reader’s advisory guidance to children, parents, teachers, and others interested in the resources of the library; identify the characteristics of the children’s service area to make recommendations regarding materials; plan and present necessary programs and services, while detailing all pertinent available resources, both print and electronic.
• Compile, prepare, and maintain reports, records, and statistics. Submit monthly report of library activities to supervisor for distribution to library administration.
• Operate a personal or city vehicle to travel.

Perform other job‑related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Principles and practices of contemporary library operations as applied in a public library setting.
• Print and online resources to maintain knowledge of children’s literature and current trends in selecting and ordering materials for juvenile collections and program resources for a diverse environment.
• Library collection classification and selection tools and techniques, as well as the principles and practices of office management, work organization, and supervision skills.
• Online electronic databases and current technologies for the purpose of statistics reports, library procedures, and promoting library resources and programs for children.
• Physical, mental, and emotional development of children including their reading interest levels.

• Introduce children to books and other library resources through storytelling, puppetry, and other visual and audio presentations.
• Analyze problems and recommend practical solutions through application of problem‑solving skills.
• Participate in grant writing to assist with program funding and to supplement library needs.
• Perform basic duties in other areas of the library or outreach locations as needed.
• Operate audio‑visual equipment including sound systems, projectors, and other electronic devices.
• Operate a motor vehicle.

• Supervises, trains, and directs technicians and clerical staff; organizes tours and visits; and compiles statistics, reports, and presentations related to library practices, procedures, and materials for various age groups, both within the library and throughout the community.
• Evaluates program effectiveness and implements appropriate modifications to content and materials for both small and large groups; exercises sound judgment and makes decisions under pressure.
• Follows verbal and written instructions; effectively organizes workload…