Youth Services Associate

In the Youth Services Department, we serve children from birth through age 18 and the adults who care for them—both within our library walls and out in the community. We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with excellent communication and customer service skills to join our team. Successful candidates will have a passion for public libraries, enjoy working with children and teens, and value the library’s impact on the community.

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience working creatively with youth.
• Customer service experience.
• Ability to stand, walk, reach, bend, sit, and kneel.
• Valid driver’s license and transportation to perform outreach.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting with planning and implementation of youth programming.
• Providing reader's advisory and reference assistance to children of all ages and their caregiver.
• Assisting customers of all ages in the full use of the Library and its digital and print resources.
• Promoting Library resources, programs, and services.

Benefits:

• Enrollment in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and 10 paid holidays annually.
• Paid parental leave to support work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities to support continued learning and career growth.

Salary:

Starting pay is $18.20 per hour, with final compensation commensurate with skills, experience, and qualifications, within our established pay range.

About Us:

Founded in 1916, Heights Libraries has a long-standing commitment to serving the diverse needs of our community. We are proud of our efforts to continually provide a welcoming, inclusive environment where everyone feels valued. Whether you’re seeking resources for personal growth or simply looking for a safe and comfortable space to spend time, Heights Libraries is here for you.

Heights Libraries is committed to sustainability as a core value of our work. Sustainability consists of practices that are environmentally sound, economically feasible, and socially equitable. Library employees are encouraged to take an active role in supporting our sustainability goals when performing job duties.

Application Process:

To apply, please visit the “Help Wanted” section of our website at [www.heightslibrary.org]. Complete the employment application and submit your resume and cover letter by April 21, 2026.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to individual inquiries regarding application status.

Applicants must successfully pass a comprehensive background check and drug screening as part of the pre-employment process.

Heights Libraries is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.