Youth Services Coordinator

Company Overview:

Situated in the southern suburbs of Paris, the Public Territorial Establishment Vallée Sud Grand Paris encompasses 11 municipalities with a diverse population.

Vallée Sud - Grand Paris is dedicated to a cohesive initiative centered on ecological preservation, creativity, and advancement.

Currently, Vallée Sud - Grand Paris is seeking a:

Youth Services Coordinator for the François Mitterrand Media Library in Clamart

(Patrimony Conservation Assistant Job Category)

The F. MITTERRAND Media Library is an integral part of the Clamart Library system, catering to a community of residents. This library network comprises two media libraries and two traditional libraries, incorporated into a larger network of 7 intermunicipal media libraries serving neighboring areas.

Located in the Upper Clamart District, the F. MITTERRAND Media Library spans 1800 m2 across two levels. It features various workspaces, a digital section, video game rentals, and an extensive Manga collection exceeding 3000 titles, drawing a significant number of young patrons.

The Youth Space within the library collaborates closely with the Adult Space and other Youth Spaces throughout the network.

Role Overview:

Reporting directly to the Director of the Clamart Library Network, your responsibilities will include:

• Welcoming, informing, and advising visitors
• Leading and supervising a team of 3 staff members
• Managing the library's collections and setting directives in alignment with management: acquisitions, budget oversight, promotion
• Contributing to cultural initiatives in your area and network projects: proposing ideas, coordinating providers, managing team-led activities

Candidate Profile:

Possessing a DUT, Bachelor's degree, or Master's degree, along with several years of successful supervisory experience in a bookstore or library setting.

Recognized for your leadership abilities: capacity to engage with your team, guide, unite, and foster development.

► Required Skills:

• Exceptional welcoming, listening, and advisory skills: capable of identifying user needs and following up on requests
• Comfortable engaging with youth and non-reading audiences
• Strong managerial skills: empathy, emotional intelligence, active listening, team spirit
• In-depth knowledge and passion for youth literature
• Organizational capabilities
• Cultural mediation skills
• Enjoyment of teamwork
• Ability to propose and execute cultural projects with partners

► Desired Qualities:

• Appreciation for innovation and creativity
• Strong interest in interpersonal interactions
• Dynamic and enthusiastic approach
• Open-mindedness and curiosity

Additional Responsibilities:

• Developing and managing relationships with local partners: early childcare centers, schools, recreational facilities
• Regular participation in network-wide activities, collaborating with all teams: literary awards, Reading Nights, major events
• Assisting in organizing collections, managing reservations, and overseeing transfers

Employee Benefits:

• Contribution towards public transport costs or sustainable mobility allowance
• Healthcare and insurance coverage
• Participation in CNAS
• Mobility lease housing provided by Vallée Sud - Grand Paris (up to 6 months) available to prospective employees and their families, subject to availability

Application Instructions:

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their application (motivation letter and CV) through the designated link.

Vallée Sud – Grand Paris is committed to fostering equality and diversity in the workplace, opposing all forms of discrimination.