Librarian - Youth Services

ANNOUNCEMENT OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Youth Services Librarian

Prescott Public Library

Resume and Cover Letter Required

Pay Grade: 111

Hiring Pay Range: $59,162.87 - $73,953.60 annually

Trainee Hiring Pay Range: $53,246.58 to $66,558.24 annually

FLSA Status: Exempt (Not eligible for overtime)

Full Pay Range: $59,162.87 - $88,744.31 annually

Deadline to Apply: 10/10/2025

Benefits Summary:

Major Benefits for Full-Time Regular Employees:

• A diverse range of complimentary mental health and wellness services is available, including an Employee Assistance Program, a free subscription to Calm, and health coaching.
• Paid time off up to 20 days in first year of employment
• 10 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday per year
• Free employee only coverage for medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• Free family coverage for select medical and dental plans
• Pension and long-term disability through Arizona State Retirement System, click here for more details
• Supplemental benefits such as deferred compensation plans and additional life insurance

Essential Duties:

• Develops and maintains effective relationships with schools, community groups, agencies and non-profits that target youth in order to plan and deliver programs and services that meet the needs and interests of area families.
• Provides tours of library and instruction on library use and library digital resources.
• Plans, presents, and evaluates youth programs that promote literacy and learning, skill development, and connection, including storytimes, class visits to the library, and outreach visits to the community.
• Collaborates with other youth librarians to develop vision and goals for youth services work group.
• Develops publicity for youth services events and information, including print flyers, website, newsletter articles and social media content.
• Provides prompt, courteous and direct assistance to patrons regarding use of library materials, equipment, and services.
• Provides exemplary reader's advisory and reference service to youth, ages birth - 18 and their caregivers.
• Participates in collection development and management of Children's and Teens collections.
• Provides library oversight during absence of library management.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with co-workers, library customers, and community partners
• Trains volunteers and other staff as assigned; may oversee work of others.
• Responds to customer comments and concerns.
• Interprets, explains and upholds library policies and procedures.
• Perform related duties as required.

Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience:

A Master's Degree in Library Science (MLIS) from an ALA accredited institution and two years library experience in a paraprofessional or professional capacity. Experience working with children or teens preferred.

Trainee minimum qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree and one-year library experience in a paraprofessional or professional capacity and a commitment to completion of a Master's Degree in Library Science (MLIS) from an ALA accredited institution within two years may be considered for an interim trainee position.

Employee Core Beliefs

City of Prescott employees should seek to uphold the City's core beliefs throughout their day-to-day business and with every customer they come in contact with, both internal and external. Our core beliefs are: Act with Integrity, Work as a Team, Have Personal Commitment and Loyalty, Solve Problems, Take Pride In Excellent Results, High Level of Productivity and Being Nice.

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:

• Knowledge of bibliographic and professional library tools
• Know ledge of reference and searching procedures
• Knowledge of Children's Literature.
• Skilled in using commonly used devices, applications, and software including Microsoft Office
• Skilled in proactively using technology to perform job or enhance customer experience
• Ability to provide excellent customer service
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, parents, children, and other library patrons
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to learn and use new technology
• Ability to work well with minimal supervision
• Ability to think creatively and proactively about services for youth
• Ability to create a welcoming, safe and engaging environment
• Ability to work in partnership with other libraries and community organizations
• Ability to introduce library resources and services to users through public speaking, formal and informal presentations, and documentation
• Ability to exercise initiative, sound judgment and discretion in performance of duties

Physical Demands And Working Conditions:

• Most work is performed in a library environment, and some in community settings.
• Must be able to lift, carry, and/or push materials including full book carts, book bins, and lifting tubs weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to perform physically demanding duties involving repetitive standing, walking, reaching, bending, and stretching for long periods of time. Operate a variety of standard office equipment including a computer, laptop and/or tablet PC, telephone, e-reader, calculator, cash register, bar code reader, copy and fax machines requiring continuous and repetitive arm, hand and eye movement.

Successful candidate will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include:

• Drug screening
• Motor vehicle records check
• Criminal background screening

City of Prescott Contact Information

201 S. Cortez St.

Prescott, AZ 86303

Email: [email protected]

Website:

Phone: 928-777-1347 / Fax: 928-777-1213

When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the selection process. In accordance with A.R.S. 23 - 493, this position has been identified as "Safety Sensitive". The City of Prescott is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.