Library Assistant - Children's Room

POSITION:  Library Assistant (Part Time) - Children’s Room;

Reports to the Head of Youth Services 

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Perform various support tasks in the Children’s Room and assist library customers.

SPECIFIC DUTIES (Illustrative):

• Provide directional information to library users on the phone, via e-mail and in person.
• Assist customers with use of computers and technology.
• Answer reference questions and locate materials for customers.

• Design, set up and maintain displays; Update online calendars with new programs.
• Help with circulation tasks and maintenance of library materials.
• Represent the library at community events as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

WORK SCHEDULE:  20 hours per week; Combination of evening and Saturday hours

PAY:  Non-Exempt; $18.80 per hour

BENEFITS: New York State Retirement, New York State Deferred Compensation, Paid Family Leave, Paid Prenatal Leave, EAP, NYS Mandated Disability Insurance, Workers Compensation

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Associates Degree or completion of a minimum of two years of college study (Required).

Working knowledge of various software applications, the Internet, and online resources.

Must enjoy working with children, teens and their caregivers.

Ability to work independently with attention to detail.

Commitment to customer-centered, quality public library service and the ability to work cooperatively with colleagues to serve a diverse clientele

HOW TO APPLY: Please submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references via e-mail ONLY, with: Library Assistant (Part Time) – Children’s Room in the subject heading to:  [email protected]

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications Accepted Until Filled