Library- Part Time Library Assistant Job at The City of Watertown in Watertown

WATERTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY PART TIME CHILDREN'S LIBRARY ASSISTANT

The Watertown Public Library is seeking a friendly and energetic person with outstanding customer service skills, to join our busy Children's department. A regular work schedule includes morning, afternoons, one evening a week, and one weekend per month, including Sunday.

Characteristic Work:

Under supervision or direction, performs clerical and other nonprofessional library duties as required.

Examples:

• Assists with preparing and implementing creative, age appropriate programing for children and their families.
• Provides reference and reader's advisory guidance to children and caregivers.
• Assists with social media outlets for the Children's Department.
• Promotes children's services at various events and functions.
• Assists with routine children's desk procedures.
• Performs other related work as assigned.

Training and qualifications:

• Position requires a one year post-secondary education or equivalent experience
• Prior experience working with children of all ages
• A child-friendly demeanor
• Knowledge of children's author, books, and trends.
• Comfortable with social media
• Available to work a flexible schedule
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and public
• Pass a WI State Criminal Background Check

Part time employees will have a regular work schedule includes morning, afternoons, one evening a week, and one weekend per month, including Sunday. Starting wage is $16.61 per hour. Benefits are not included with this position.

Application is available online at www.watertownwi.gov or email questions to Human Resources at apply@watertownwi.gov

Equal Opportunity Employer

Application review will begin Friday 4pm January 31, 2025 and will remain open until filled.

Equal Opportunity Employer, Employment based on Pre-Employment Drug & Alcohol Testing