Classified Ad Title:
Public Services Associate – Youth Focus - Ritter Public Library

Post Date
3/31/2025

Expiration Date
6/30/2025

Details:
Position Title: Public Services Associate – Youth Focus
Hours: Part-time, 29 hours/week
Reports to: Youth Services Manager
Starting Wage: $18.36/hour
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Position Closing Date: Open until filled


Position Summary: Provides direct public service to all library patrons, with a focus on children and teens. Plans and implements a wide variety of programming for youth of all ages and their families. Cooperates as a team member with all library staff in performing any duty essential to the achievement of efficient library operations. Acts in charge in the absence of a manager, as assigned. This job requires the application of basic library and information science principles to assignments.

Essential Job Functions: This list is illustrative, but not exhaustive for this position.
• Assists patrons on the selection of library materials and resources.
• Answers reference and information questions and conducts research when needed.
• Plans, implements, and evaluates various types of library programs.
• Provides outreach services within the community.
• Assists with collection development, including making ordering recommendations, weeding, and maintaining collections.
• Plans and prepares displays, bulletin boards, and reading lists.
• Assists with publicizing library programs, materials, and services.
• Gives presentations to community groups.
• Represents the Library at outside events.
• Cultivates and maintains relationships within the community.
• Attends professional meetings and serves on committees.
• Assists with training new staff.
• May oversee specific services in a library department under the supervision of a manager.
• May act as person in-charge of the building in the absence of a manager.
• Resolves problems and responds to complaints.
• Performs circulation functions as needed.
• Keeps abreast of current professional trends.
• Promotes and maintains a thorough knowledge of library services and programs.
• Special projects as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics:
• Must have a customer-focused mindset.
• Knowledge of library services and ability to learn basic library science techniques.
• Ability to learn and implement best practices within the position focus areas.
• Knowledge of the community preferred.
• Ability to use and learn a variety of technologies.
• Ability to assess and meet community and patron needs.
• Must be team-focused, flexible, and willing to provide service to all ages and backgrounds.
• Must be inquisitive and eager to learn new things.
• Must have a track record of initiative, enthusiasm, and a passion for community engagement.


Minimum Training, Education, and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Related experience strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements:
• This position requires stationery and mobile activities.
• Must be able to bend, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds on occasion.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Other:
• Schedule will include daytime, evening, and weekend hours (including Sundays), and may include six-day workweeks.
• The successful candidate will have excellent attendance habits and be comfortable working as an in-charge person as needed.
• Flexibility in scheduling required.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance available. Participation in OPERS. Generous time off and sick leave.

Please email a cover letter and resume to director@ritter.lib.oh.us.

For more information on Ritter Public Library, visit ritterpubliclibrary.org



Website:
https://www.ritterpubliclibrary.org/about/employment