Why work for The Library? We're not just about books—we’re a community hub where imagination, learning, and connection thrive. If you are enthusiastic about making a positive impact in your community and providing public service, we invite you to join us in our mission to connect a diverse community to resources that educate, enrich, and entertain. Ready to turn the page on a new adventure? Come be part of our team!
We offer a comprehensive benefit package. The cost for a family plan for medical, dental, vision and prescription is only $98.61 per month for 2026 and starts on first day of employment.
Starting Pay: $33.83/hr After 6 Months: $34.68/hr
This position is responsible for planning, organizing, managing, and evaluating the day-to-day operation of the Youth Services department; creates, schedules, implements, and evaluates library programming for children, teens, and families; trains, supervises, and evaluates assigned employees; interprets and enforces policy; problem solves, and exercises good judgement; maintains knowledge of current practices in youth services; selects, organizes, and evaluates youth materials; develops and maintains the youth collection; actively participates in community outreach; acts as person in charge of buildings and operations as needed; actively serves as a member of The Library leadership team and works cooperatively with administration and supervisors to advance the goals and mission of the organization; and performs various other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited college or university. Minimum of three (3) years of professional library experience with at least two (2) years serving youth and two (2) years of supervisory experience. Public library experience, coursework and interest in children/teen literature preferred. Certification with the State Library of Iowa required upon employment and retained throughout employment.