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Current Employment Opportunities
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Youth Services Librarian (Full-Time, 40 hours/week)
The Delphi Public Library is looking for an enthusiastic, innovative team player to join its staff as Youth Services Librarian. The Youth Services Librarian provides library service and programming for infants and children (typically birth through fifth grade) and their caregivers. This position is also responsible for summer reading implementation and community youth outreach.
This is an opportunity to be a part of exciting changes happening at the Delphi Public Library as the children’s department receives a renovation this Fall and the library joins the Evergreen Indiana consortium in early 2026.
Primary Responsibilities:
-Select and deselect materials as appropriate for the physical children’s collections, including print, audiovisual, and Library of Things materials
-Plan and implement children’s programs and summer reading initiatives, collaborating with other departments as necessary
-Coordinate library-wide summer reading implementation and training
-Represent the library in youth-oriented community outreach opportunities
-Staff service desks and provide customer service (circulation, reference, reader’s advisory) as needed
-Supervise daily operations of the children’s department
Additional Responsibilities:
-Occasional travel for community outreach, continuing education, and professional meetings
-Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
-College degree or equivalent required; Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program preferred
-Experience working in a public library and/or with children
-LC6 Indiana Certification (or ability to obtain certification within three years)
Pay and Benefits:
Paraprofessional – minimum $17.00/hour
Professional – minimum $20.25/hour
Insurance benefits (medical, vision, dental, and life) and participation in the Public Employee Retirement Fund are offered at minimal cost to employee. Paid Time Off (PTO) begins at a rate of 20 days per year.
To apply, send a cover letter and resume to ashley@delphilibrary.org.
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