Nestled in the heart of Eaton, Colorado, our historic yet modern library boasts a newly remodeled facility equipped with makerspace technology, public meeting spaces, and updated youth areas. Our tight-knit community shows up with big support for all things library and the contributions of our creative, passionate team of staff are regularly celebrated as we work together to turn big dreams into a reality.

What We Offer: As a member library of the High Plains Library District, we receive solid funding to offer competitive salaries, extensive programs, and up-to-date collections while maintaining local authority over our policies and services under the Town of Eaton. We promote a culture of wellness, prioritize work-life balance, and offer a supportive environment where staff can thrive. This position is eligible for a $500 annual wellness allowance, $5,250 annual tuition reimbursement, access to ongoing professional development opportunities, and up to 1 day of remote work/week.

Why Join Us? Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and become part of something truly special in our beautiful town on the northern plains of Colorado. Enjoy the picturesque surroundings, from the sprawling farmland to the nearby bike trails and Pawnee Grasslands. Our library is located 5 miles north of Greeley, home to the University of Northern Colorado. Fort Collins, home to Colorado State University and a convenient gateway to enjoying the Rocky Mountains, is only a 25-mile drive on uncrowded roads.

Join us in Eaton, where your passion for helping others meets a community that feels like family.

Statement of Purpose The Youth Services Librarian performs professional duties including programming for children, teens and families; answering reference, readers' advisory and technology questions; liaising with community partners; overseeing collection development of youth materials; and additional functions in specialty area of responsibility. Requires some evening and weekend hours. Reports to the Library Director.

Essential Functions To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Develops, conducts, and evaluates story times, programs and outreach events for youth and families Serves as a liaison to community partners serving children Responsible for collection development of youth materials including purchasing, cataloguing, evaluating and weeding Connects patrons to necessary community resources available for and related to youth Prepares booklists, displays, bulletin boards, etc. with special emphasis on youth interests Works a busy public service desk, creates library cards, handles money, and performs circulation duties including checking items in and out, shelving and shelf-reading Provides customer service, technology assistance and reader's advisory for patrons of all ages from diverse backgrounds Guides library patrons in the effective use of library services and resources Promotes library programs and services by contributing to the library newsletter, website events, fliers, and social media Utilizes technology and various applications daily for programming, marketing, and administrative duties Serves as a liaison on different cross community boards, district and Town committees including the Teen Advisory Board Serves as part of a collaborative, effective team: acts as a staff resource in area of specialty; creates statistical reports; participates in strategic planning and work plan creation and implementation Recommends budget, equipment, and supply purchases Coordinates snack and meal services with the Weld Food Bank Regularly acts as Person In Charge of the library Maintains knowledge of l brary best practices, trends, and issues through ongoing professional development May coordinate and direct the work of volunteers Performs other duties as required and necessary to ensure the success of the organization