Teen Librarian

Join Our Team!

The Warren-Trumbull County Public Library is seeking an enthusiastic, service-oriented Teen Librarian to join our team full-time! This is a great opportunity for someone passionate about connecting teens with books, technology, and lifelong learning opportunities. If you love working with young people and want to help shape a welcoming, engaging space just for them, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

- Provide reference, reader's advisory, and research assistance to teens in person, by phone, and online

- Plan, promote, and lead engaging programs and events for teens, such as book clubs, gaming nights, and creative workshops

- Help select, evaluate, and maintain the teen collection to ensure it reflects teen interests and current trends

- Build partnerships with local schools and youth-serving organizations to promote library services to teens and families

- Help design and evaluate new services and programs that support teen literacy and engagement

- Instruct teens in the use of library resources, technology, databases, and digital tools

- Create displays, booklists, and promotional materials to highlight teen collections and programs

- Participate in outreach efforts, including school visits and community events for teens

- Stay current on trends in YA literature, teen culture, and best practices in teen services

Qualifications and Requirements

- Master's degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program

- Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills

- Ability to connect with and engage teen patrons in a welcoming, inclusive way

- Proficiency with library technology, integrated library systems, databases, and standard office software

- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed

- Experience planning and delivering teen programming and outreach

- Knowledge of current trends in YA literature and teen services

- Valid driver's license

Compensation & Benefits

- Salary: Starting at $22.12 per hour

- Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS):

- 10% employee contribution

- 14% employer contribution

- Health insurance with employer HSA contribution

- Life insurance

- 13 paid holidays

- Paid Time Off (PTO)

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

- Continuing education opportunities

How to Apply

For full consideration, applicants must submit the following through the Library’s careers website: https://wtcpl.bamboohr.com/careers

- Resume

- Cover letter highlighting relevant experience

- Full list of professional references

Position open until filled.