Includes bibliographical references (pages 169-176) and index.
Pt. 1. Working within the department -- Planning a program of services -- Developing and using objectives --Implementing policies -- Dealing with common problems -- Coping with censorship -- Organizing special events -- Creating a productive work environment -- Pt. 2. Working within the library system -- Communicating within the library system -- preparing the annual report -- Preparing budgets -- Coordinating children's services within a system -- Planning facilities -- Pt. 3. Working within the community -- Becoming visible in the community -- Relating to school media centers -- Dealing with community agencies -- Working with other youth librarians