Teen Advisory Board Application

Position

Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Member

Description

The advisory team will help the Scottsdale Public Library meet the needs and interests of the teen population in the community. The TAB offers suggestions and provides input about teen reading interests, collection, makerspace, college and career center, recreational activities, book displays, special events, programming, and attends city/library events as library ambassadors.

Opportunities

1. Suggest program ideas for teens and kids.
2. Offer advice and assist in marketing teen events and services to teens in the community. Such as potential makerspace, and college and career center initiatives.
3. Suggest teen materials for purchase including books, audiobooks, e-books, music, and games.
4. Suggestions to participate as podcast guest(s).
5. Attend city/library events as library ambassadors.
6. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

1. Current Arizona resident.
2. Must be a middle or high school student between the ages 12-18.
3. Enthusiastic about providing ideas for teen programming/services.
4. Willingness to participate on a creative team.

Commitment

1. One year – August 2025 to May 2026
2. Attend, participate, and assist in meetings – no more than two unexcused absences.
3. Respond promptly to TAB email/phone communication.