Young Minds Program Leader
THE POSITION
The Young Minds Program Leader has the opportunity to help address community needs identified in the library’s Young Minds strategy, our top priority. Building a foundation for a successful life is the outcome we strive to attain for the children and teens we serve. The work we do every day reflects this inspiration. We’re looking for a dynamic leader in touch with what motivates teens and tweens to engage and learn. The role is responsible for key areas in our Youth Services program that support our goals of high school graduation including Homework Help, Summer Reading Club and Teen Services. Part of the library’s Public Services leadership team, the Program Leader will implement strategy across the library system, coordinating services and program delivery for students, their families and educators. The position will assist in developing department metrics, performance measurement and goal setting. The Program Leader will also be a community connector with agencies to provide
programs at our 23 locations. There is also an emphasis on staff training and the development of youth volunteers.
Columbus Metropolitan Library is the place for out-of-school learning opportunities for students in central Ohio, and our programs and services focus on student success before, during and after school. The Youth Services Program Leader will be instrumental in furthering this work.
Minimum Qualifications: ALA accredited Master’s Degree in Library Science plus 3-5 years progressively more responsible experience working with youth and teens. For more information and to apply, visit
columbuslibrary.org/careers.
THE ORGANIZATION
Columbus Metropolitan Library is an award-winning profession leader. We’ve been ranked the number one library in the nation multiple times, Library Journal named us National Library of the Year in 2010 and in 2011 we earned the National Medal for Community Service. Our customers experience world-class service and hiring exceptional staff is the key to our success. We’re embracing the changing role of libraries in the digital age and evolving our services to meet the needs of our customers. We are imbedded in the diverse communities we serve. We work with partners and community leaders to ensure we understand and meet the needs of our customers in these unique neighborhoods.
THE BENEFITS
We offer a strong benefits package. Our staff enjoys health insurance with 100% coverage of preventative care. We offer dental, vision, long and short-term disability, life insurance and we are part of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).
THE CITY
Columbus is home to The Ohio State University Buckeyes, the Columbus Crew, NHL’s Columbus Blue Jackets and the Columbus Clippers, the Cleveland Indians’ Triple-A affiliate team. Its vibrant arts and cultural community boasts the Columbus Jazz Orchestra, BalletMet, Columbus Museum of Art, the Short North arts community, Center for Science and Industry (COSI) and Wexner Center for the Arts. The Ohio State University and more than a dozen institutions of higher learning call Columbus home. Columbus’ economic development is strong, drawing large corporations and small businesses alike. Time
Magazine and The New York Times have heralded Columbus as an economic power worth watching. Columbus Metropolitan Library is an integral part of this energetic city and the suburbs surrounding it in Franklin County. We are hiring people who not only bring expertise in their field, but also find joy in the work they do every day to advance the purpose and vision of the library.
For more information and to apply, visit columbuslibrary.org/careers.