Teen Services Library Assistant @ Richards Free Library, Newport, NH
We are seeking a self-motivated, community-focused Teen Services Library Assistant to work 20+ hours per week, including some Saturdays, to provide our patrons with essential services, including circulation, readers’ advisory, programming, and collection development.
Minimum requirements (training, skills, education, experience):
High School diploma or GED
Successful experience as a library employee, with children and/or teens, or in a customer-focused environment is preferred.
Benefits:
Prorated earned sick and vacation time.
Holiday time when holiday observance day falls on a day within the normal work schedule.
Hiring Wage Range:
$16.50-$18.50/hour. Must be available to work all hours of library operations including evenings and some Saturdays.
How to submit an application/resume:
Email cover letter, resume, and contact information for 3 references to director@newport.lib.nh.us with the subject line, “Teen Services Library Assistant applicant”
Closing date for submissions:
Open until filled. Priority will be given to resumes received by end of day, September 26th.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
* Utilizes the library’s integrated library system software to answer patron questions, update records, place holds for items, and more.
* Supports collection development by keeping teen materials organized, shelf reading, assisting with weeding, and participating in selection of teen materials.
* Creates dynamic, interesting, eye-catching book displays for teens.
* Ensures spaces in the children’s and teen areas are tidy at all times.
Circulation and Patron Services:
* Staffs the teen desk in the mid-afternoons and the circulation desk as needed
* Registers new patrons and issues library cards.
* Helps patrons locate books and navigate the library catalog.
* Provides readers’ advisory, including recommendations from within the collection.
Competencies and Job Attitudes:
* Must enjoy working with the public, especially teens.
* Creates a welcoming, warm, and respectful environment for all library patrons and staff.
* Is self-motivated and proactive; demonstrates creativity, initiative, and enthusiasm.
* Completes delegated tasks with accuracy, and meets deadlines.
