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Warren-Newport Public Library

Youth and Teen Engagement Associate (Part-Time)

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A Travel or Tour Guide leads tours for groups of visitors or tourists. Leads tours of museums or famous or historic sites, and provides visitors with details and anecdotes about the history and significance of buildings, artwork or collections. Travels with a group of tourists, plans site visits and daily itineraries, interprets languages, and shares specialized knowledge about a country or city with the group.

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+9% projected growth

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Description:
Want to help turn the library into the go-to hangout for curious, creative tweens and teens? Warren-Newport Public Library District is seeking a part-time Youth and Teen Engagement Associate (average of 17 hours per week) to create engaging programs and activities for tweens and teens. The starting hourly range is $21.27•25.63 per hour DOQ.
Schedule Typical schedule:
Tuesday through
Thursday:
5:00 p.m.•9:00 p.m. Friday from 3:00 p.m.•6:00 p.m.
Two weekend shifts per month:
Saturday:
four-hour shift (between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Sunday:
1:00 p.m.•5:00 p.m. (Sunday hours run from Labor Day through Memorial Day and are paid at time and a half.) What You'll Do Greet students personally, facilitate peer introductions, and serve as a positive mentor. Help with our Teen Advisory Group (TAG), guiding members in planning and running youth-led projects that influence library services. Run daily drop-in activities, such as esports, tabletop games, and STEAM challenges. Provide immediate help with library technology and equipment. Assist PCE staff as needed to support programming or library-wide initiatives. Ensure a safe, inclusive environment through respectful behavior and conflict resolution.
Part-Time Benefits Include:
Paid time off in accordance with the Paid Leave for All Workers Act (PLAWA) Voluntary 457 Retirement Plan participation
Perks & Work Environment :
Access to the Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) Casual dress code Access to a staff lounge Monthly staff events
Requirements:
Education Bachelor's degree in Education, Communications, Social Work, Recreation, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience). Experience At least 1-2 years of experience working with youth (ages 9-18) in a classroom, library, or community-based setting. Comfortable troubleshooting gaming consoles and basic computer issues. Exceptional interpersonal skills; ability to connect authentically with both tweens and teens. Committed to serving a diverse community with sensitivity and respect. (Spanish language skills a plus). Work Environment This position involves a mix of sitting, standing, and walking and regular interaction with the public. The ability to lift and carry materials up to 40 lbs may be required. How to Apply Applications must be submitted through the Warren-Newport Public Library District online application system. Please visit www.wnpl.info , select About, and click Jobs at WNPL. Applicants applying through our website will receive emails from recruiting@talent.paylocity.com and should add this address to their safe sender list. Applicant Assistance Warren-Newport Public Library District complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA ) and is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance completing the application process or require an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resources at hr@wnpl.info Equal Opportunity Employer Warren-Newport Public Library District is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, disability, marital status, military status, or any other legally protected category. Application Inquiries Applications and resumes are accepted for posted positions only. Due to the volume of applications received, the Library is unable to respond to phone or email inquiries regarding application status.