Children's and Teen Services Manager

Join Allen County Public Library and help shape the experiences that spark curiosity, creativity, and lifelong learning for kids and teens in our community.

We're looking for an experienced, collaborative leader to guide Children's and Teen Services at our Main Library. In this role, you'll lead a talented team, oversee dynamic programming and collections, and build strong partnerships with caregivers, schools, and youth-serving organizations across Allen County.

If you're passionate about youth engagement, love developing staff, and enjoy turning big ideas into meaningful services, this could be a great fit.

What You'll Do

• Lead, coach, and support Children's and Teen Services staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and professional development

• Plan, coordinate, and evaluate library services, programs, and outreach for children, teens, and caregivers

• Partner with Assistant Managers to deliver engaging, inclusive programming both onsite and throughout the community

• Collaborate with Youth Services leadership on system-wide initiatives and events

• Serve as a liaison to schools and youth-serving organizations across Allen County

• Oversee the youth circulating collection through selection, evaluation, and maintenance in collaboration with Collection Services

• Support community engagement efforts and programming partnerships

• Prepare reports, funding requests, invoices, and usage statistics

• Stay current with library trends and best practices

• Foster a welcoming, respectful, and people-first environment for staff and the public

What You Bring

• Master's Degree in Library Science (MLS/MLIS)

• Four (4) years of professional librarian experience, including progressive responsibility

• Demonstrated leadership and staff supervision experience

• Strong skills in planning programs, outreach, and community collaboration

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead teams through change

• Passion for serving children, teens, and families

Required Certifications & Licenses

• Valid driver's license

• Indiana Public Librarian Certification

Why ACPL?

At ACPL, we're more than a library-we're a welcoming hub for learning and connection. We empower our community with knowledge, resources, and inclusive experiences, putting people first and creating a place where everyone belongs and thrives.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Library Paid Pension plan

• Generous PTO (4 weeks vacation + 2 weeks sick leave accrual)

• Wellness reimbursement

• Employee Assistance Program

• Possible relocation assistance

If you're ready to lead impactful youth services in a busy, creative downtown environment, we'd love to hear from you.