Librarian Assistant jobs in Green Bay, WI

Youth Services Librarians provide professional assistance and programming to support customers, birth through high school, and their caregivers. They promote education and literacy for all ages of youth by implementing creative programming and maintaining and recommending appropriate resources. Youth Services Librarians educate general library staff to address the needs of children and caregivers and support staff offering programs geared toward youth. Youth Services Librarians work under the general supervision of a Library Manager.

1. Plan and present library programs and events for children from birth through high school, and their parents, caregivers and teachers
a. Introduce literature and early literacy skill development through regular story time programs for babies, toddlers and preschool-age children
b. Plan and present class visits, tours, and other specialized programs for preschool and school-age youth
c. Develop and conduct programs for adults which encourage development of children’s reading, listening, and viewing skills
d. Engage in outreach to and develop partnerships with schools, daycares, preschools, and other community organizations and agencies that serve children and their caregivers
e. Participate in Brown County Library-wide youth programs such as the annual summer library programs
f. Develop, promote, and implement initiatives for enhancing education and fostering literacy
g. Promote library services through public speaking, conducting workshops and in-service events, and providing community organizations with information about the Library

2. Assist customers with using the Library
a. Meets customers’ needs for information by answering research questions and locating appropriate library resources, providing referrals when necessary
b. Recommend books and other materials based on customer preferences and knowledge of the collection
c. Provide help with library technology such as public computers, the library catalog, and digital resources
d. Use library circulation system to check materials in and out, and perform customer service for library patrons
e. Monitor and appropriately address behavior issues to provide a safe and welcoming environment for all customers
f. Maintain a pleasant, inviting environment in the youth services area, create displays and signage, etc.

3. Support the mission and strategic goals of the Library
a. Assist with or conduct large-scale projects and events
b. Assist in evaluating, selecting, and maintaining library materials for youth
c. Serve on Brown County Library-wide committees as assigned or required
d. Attend and participate in staff and departmental meetings, as well as training sessions
e. Work with other staff and community partners to research, write, and implement grant proposals
f. Suggest needs and possible resources to Manager and assist with preparation of Brown County Library budget requests and Friends of Brown County Library funding requests
g. In the absence of a Manager, provide guidance and direction to other staff
h. Prepare statistics and other reports of library services
i. Provide Brown County Library-wide support on library resources, story time, early literacy strategies, and other initiatives
j. Perform other related duties as needed or assigned

4. Build and maintain community relationships through networking and outreach
a. Strengthen community contacts, relating library objectives and services that meet community needs
b. Act as a liaison to community groups and organizations to build partnerships that extend library services through that group
c. Speak publicly as an expert in a subject area or about library services
d. Find experts in the community to provide services or programming that meet customer needs
e. Maintain professional knowledge through workshops, meetings, membership in professional organizations, and reading current literature

A Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited college or university; or a Bachelor's degree in a field of study directly related to the job to be performed plus three years of related work experience; or any combination of education, training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities.