Youth Services Library Assistant P/T
19 hrs/ week $12.25/hr
Hours: Primarily Mornings with some Evening and Saturday hours as needed.
The West Warwick Public library is in search of a Library Assistant to work in the Youth Services Department. This person should enjoy working with Youth and Families, be flexible and forward-thinking, and have an interest in public service in a team-oriented environment. This position reports directly to the Head of Youth Services and/or the Youth Services librarian.
Description of duties:
Assists with the program setup and clean-up as needed.
Designs and maintains department signs, displays, and bulletin boards.
Repairs and cleans materials as needed.
Assists with preparing and facilitating programs as directed by the librarians.
Provides in-person and telephone assistance to the public.
Provides coverage in the department.
Performs some circulation and clerical duties
Assists with opening and closing of the Youth Department and general supervision of the department.
Responsible for shelving materials and other tasks designed to keep the collection and department organized.
Performs general reference and reader’s advisory work, referring in-depth questions and inquiries of a research nature to the Youth Department Head or Youth Services Librarian.
Assists adults and youth in locating materials and using computers.
Other duties as required.
Qualifications and skills:
Excellent communication skills and ability to be flexible a must
Familiarity with Sierra or other Integrated Library Systems (ILS) is preferred.
Knowledge of children and Young adult materials
Experience working with children and teens
Excellent knowledge of computers and technology
Provide excellent customer service
Enjoys being creative and exploring new ideas
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Public service or Public Library experience a plus
Website
https://www.wwpl.org/
All Interested persons should submit a resume and cover letter to the Head of Youth Services via email at Rashaa@wwpl.org with the subject heading “Youth Services library assistant”. Applications via mail should be addressed to: Rashaa Al-Sasah, Head of Youth Services
1043 Main Street West Warwick, RI 02893 Applications accepted until 12/20/21