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Children's Services Coordinator - KENILWORTH PUBLIC LIBRARY

KENILWORTH PUBLIC LIBRARY

The Kenilworth Public Library is a vibrant community resource committed to serving patrons of all ages. We offer a welcoming environment, diverse programming, and a strong focus on literacy, learning, and creativity. We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Children's Services Coordinator to lead and grow our services for children and families. This full-time position reports directly to the Library Director.

Position Summary

The Children's Services Coordinator is responsible for developing, coordinating, and delivering engaging programs and services for children (birth through grade 12) and their caregivers. The ideal candidate is passionate about youth development, early literacy, and community outreach, and will play a key role in shaping a welcoming, inclusive, and educational children's department.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and implement innovative programs and events for children and families, including story times, crafts, reading clubs, STEM activities, summer reading and more
• Develop and maintain the children's print and digital collections through thoughtful selection, weeding, and reader's advisory services
• Foster a welcoming environment in the children's room that encourages literacy, learning, and discovery
• Schedule and conduct class visits at the library for local schools and educational groups
• Develop partnerships and coordinate outreach visits to schools, daycares, and community centers, promoting library programs and services
• Manage departmental schedules, calendars, displays, and promoting materials
• Submit marketing materials to media outlets, including writing press releases and maintaining press contacts
• Supervise and train part-time staff, volunteers, or interns
• Assist with desk coverage, reference questions, and general library duties at the Circulation Desk and Children's Department
• Assist in completing local, state and federal reports, including but not limited to the annual summer reading programs
• Prepare monthly statistical report of children's services activities
• Stay current with trends in children's literature, youth services, and public library best practices
• Prepare displays, bibliographies, or other suitable materials to support program topics
• Attend meetings and professional development opportunities
• Prepare or assist with grant writing including locating presenters / performers and other related responsibilities
• Assist patrons with use of computers

Provide reader's advisory services to library patrons

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Manual dexterity and physical ability to perform tasks (i.e. repeated lifting, continual standing, reaching, bending, and walking). Work requires physical effort in handling of materials, boxes, equipment of up to 50lbs in non-strenuous work positions

Salary : $45,000 – $50,000 per year, commensurate with qualifications and experience

To Apply Please submit the following to careers@kenilworthlibrary.org and include Coordinator of Children's Services in the subject line. Deadline to apply is October 10, 2025 .

Kenilworth Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences. Employment offers are conditional upon a successful background and reference check.

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