Youth Services Manager Platteville Public Library is seeking an adaptable, welcoming Youth Services Manager to lead and develop library services, programs, collections, and outreach for children, young adults, and caregivers. This position supervises department staff, supports youth literacy development, cultivates community connections, and helps shape services in response to evolving community needs.
Education Requirements:
Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution preferred.
Experience and Skills Requirements:
Experience working with children and young adults, including knowledge of literacy development and strategies for supporting literacy skills.
Strong communication, organizational, supervisory, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and collaborate with library leadership and community partners.
Ability to adapt to changing community needs and library services.
Starting Wage and Benefits$60,000$76,000 annually
Benefits package available. The City of Platteville offers unmatched employee benefits, including participation in Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), health insurance with low monthly premiums and a $300 max out-of-pocket cost for care, generous paid time off (152 hours in first year plus additional sick leave), and employer paid life insurance and long-term disability.
This position is classified as exempt (salaried)
Schedule40 hours/week
Work includes evenings and weekends in rotation
Additional evenings and weekends required based on programming, staffing, and operational needs
How to Apply:- Qualified persons should submit all of the following to Library Director Jessie Lee-Jones, director@plattevillepubliclibrary.org:
- Cover LetterResumeCity of Platteville Employment Application, available in the "Supporting Documents" below.
- Paper application materials can be dropped off to:
Jessie Lee-Jones Platteville Public Library 225 W Main St Platteville, WI 53818 Open until filled. Applications will begin being reviewed on Monday, November 16, 2026.The City of Platteville is an Equal Opportunity Employer