Library Aide - Youth Services (Part-time) **City of Dubuque** 1 Positions ID: 80664 Posted On 09/03/2025 **Job Overview** **Position Summary** Under general supervision of the Youth Services Manager, provide public service to children and adults working with children; plan, market and facilitate literature-based programs for children and families; schedule and conduct school tours and instructional visits; serve as a liaison to schools, childcare centers, preschools, and children and family service outreach program organizations; and perform other duties as assigned. **Job Duties** + Develop youth-directed library programming, resources and services promotion outreach activities and strategies. + Promote new and existing library resources, programs and services. + Conduct and engage in community outreach activities. + Identify target outreach groups. + Participate in community organizations, events, and initiatives; and creating sustainable partnerships. + Plan and implement story time, seasonal reading programs and special events programs for all age levels. + Collaborate with, and offer support to, Children’s and Teen librarians and partners in program planning and implementation. + Instruct patrons in computer applications usage including online catalog, internet search techniques, word processors, etc. + Interpret and relay Library policies and information to patrons. + Assist patrons with reference questions utilizing print, online and available resources. **Qualifications** **KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:** + **Library Services** – Knowledge of public library services principles, practices and processes including children’s literature, reference tools, and reader’s advisory. + **Customer and Personal Service** - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services to diverse populations such as children, the general public and coworkers. This includes interpersonal skills, customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. + **Computer Technology** – Skilled in using a wide range of technologies with a continued learning and growth emphasis. + **English Language** - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. + **Written Comprehension -** Reading and understanding what is written. + **Verbal Comprehension and Expression** - Listening and understanding what people say; and communicating by speaking clearly while interacting with children. + **Education** – Knowledge of child development and techniques for teaching and instructing. + **Decision-Making and Initiative –** Ability to make decisions using own judgment and performing duties without close supervision. + **Service Orientation** - Looking for ways to help people. **REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:** + A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Education, Early Childhood or related field; + At least two (2) years’ experience working with youth or young adults; + Or the equivalency of education and experience to meet the required qualifications of the position. + Possession of, or ability to, obtain a valid state driver's license, or access to reliable transportation, for school visits and work in the community. **PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:** + At least two (2) years’ experience working in a Public Library or similar setting. + Master’s Degree in Library Science **PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:** Duties require extensive sitting, keyboarding, standing, walking, crouching, squatting and climbing stairs; lifting boxes, equipment, materials and display items weighing up to 20 pounds; and pushing items weighing up to 50 pounds. **Supplemental Information** **FLSA STATUS:** Non-exempt Primary Contact 214881 City of Dubuque Human Resources Department Human Resources Department, Human Resources Department 563-589-4125 Phone Phone Phone Fax humanresources@cityofdubuque.org Email True False True **Job Details** Location Dubuque, IA Job Type Employee Full/Part Part Time Pay/Salary $27.22 - $35.59 Hourly **Qualifications** Education Bachelors Experience 1-2 Years Company ID 931 Job REQ # \# Positions 1 Start Date 20250903 End Date 20250921 Featured Job 0 TH Ad 0 TH Comments **Similar Jobs** Sales Development Program Associate Flexsteel Industries, Inc Pelvic Physical Therapist Nurtiva Pelvic Therapy Maintenance Mechanic - Night Shift (12 Hrs) Amcor Containers & Closures North America (Berry Plastics) Workforce Absence Payroll Coordinator Sedgwick Safety, Health and Environmental Specialist Sedona Staffing Services Carpenter / Mold Builder Edwards Cast Stone Company Category Manager - Lighting Crescent Electric Supply Co Structural Project Manager Origin Design Sales Representative - Arizona Flexsteel Industries, Inc Shipper Receiver - Days Simmons Pet Food Podiatry Assistant/Certified Medical Assistant/LPN Medical Associates Production (Meatroom) Supervisor - Days Simmons Pet Food Laser Nesting Operator Sedona Staffing Services AutoCAD Drafter Edwards Cast Stone Company Name Your Dream Job Dupaco Community Credit Union Clinic Office Manager Nurtiva Pelvic Therapy Ultrasonographer - General or Cardiac, $5,000 bonu Medical Associates Assistant General Manager - Dairy Queen Dairy Queen Forklift Operator - Day Shift Simmons Pet Food Automation Tender Sedona Staffing Services **Share this Job** City of Dubuque **About the Company** Whether at City Hall or out on city streets, our employees serve our residents, businesses, and visitors every day. Join the City of Dubuque team to be part of a high-performance organization dedicated to the community and to delivering excellent municipal services. We are input-oriented, see problems as opportunities, search for creative solutions, and work as a team to accomplish goals and build partnerships. At the City of Dubuque, your work is meaningful and supports the community. The City of Dubuque values its employees and offers competitive salaries and benefits such as: + Health and Dental Insurance + 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave + Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Holidays + Flexible Spending Accounts + Retirement Savings (IPERS) + Deferred Compensation Plan + Life and AD&D Insurance Coverage + Short-Term Disability + Employee Assistance Program + Tuition Reimbursement Program + Longevity Pay Starting After 6 Years of Service + Flexible Work Arrangements + Paid Time Volunteering With positions in over 30 departments and divisions, your perfect career fit is waiting for you at the City of Dubuque. Ready to join our team? Visit www.CityOfDubuque.org/Jobs .