Part-Time Youth Services Library Assistant - Livingston Public Library Job at Li

Part-Time Youth Services Library Assistant - Livingston Public Library

Part-Time Youth Services Library Assistant

The Livingston Library is seeking an enthusiastic and outgoing individual to join our team as a part-time Library Assistant in our Youth Services department. We seek an individual who will strive to offer friendly, warm, and courteous customer service to our diverse community of 31,000+ residents. Excellent communication and computer skills are a must. The successful candidate must be able to perform a wide range of clerical, paraprofessional tasks, and other support duties.

This is a part-time position of approximately 19 hours per week including evening, weekends, and daytime hours.

DESCRIPTION

• Possess a demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service by being attentive, approachable, kind, and helpful to everyone.
• Concentration on shelving youth materials.
• Ability to assist children, teens, families, and patrons during programs and program registration.
• Inspire a connection to all facets of the library by introducing customers to all we do: programs, collections, resources, and much more.
• Assist with inquiries regarding patron accounts, checking materials in and out, provide basic readers’ advisory, answering phones, and answering basic reference and directional questions.
• Participate in social media initiatives such as Instagram posts, blog posts, and podcast segments when needed.
• Be a team member who welcomes and accepts input, seeks out advice on how to handle situations, and supports team members by keeping them informed and offering help.
• Assist with basic computer troubleshooting and copier assistance.
• Create and assist with programs under the direction of the Head of Youth Services.
• Perform other duties as needed.

REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to converse, speaking clearly, concisely, and courteously.
• Comfortable with public speaking and presenting in front of large groups.
• Comfortable enforcing behavior guidelines in line with the Library’s policies.
• Computer literacy skill set (Office Suite, Google Suite, email, internet research, social media).
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry 25-40 lbs on a routine basis.

A high school diploma or equivalent, along with some relevant library work and/or other work experiences are required. Past experience in a library setting is a plus.

Send a resume, cover letter, and three (3) references to Melissa Brisbin, Associate Director, at hr [at] livingston.bccls.org. The Library will contact applicants for an interview.

Salary is $16.16 per hour. Pro-rated leave included. Work schedule is approximately 19 hours a week, including evening and weekend hours. Must pass a mandatory background check.

Position will remain open until it is filled.