Job Description
The Washington-Centerville Public Library, a busy mid-sized suburban library serving a population of approximately 56,000 citizens in the communities of Centerville and Washington Township, is seeking two part-time Youth Services Library Aides in our Youth Services Dept.to help us fulfill our Mission and Values and demonstrate our Customer Service Philosophy Essential Duties & Responsibilities Promoting resources and providing selection advice to children, teens and adults based on interests and attainment level. Assist patrons with e-Catalog, Play & Learn, and Information Stations, and other Children's Room equipment. Provide direct reference help to young adults, adults, children, teachers and special groups:research assistance, in-depth searching, database utilization, and specialized reader's advisory service. Actively promote library service, programs and materials to public and staff. Help prepare materials for crafts, seasonal reading clubs, storytimes, and other programs and services. Perform other tasks as assigned.Schedule of Hours:Hours Position 1 Position 2 Monday 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm / Centerville Library Off Tuesday 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm / Centerville Library 10:00 am - 2:00 pm / Centerville Library Wednesday Off 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm / Centerville Library Thursday1 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm / Centerville Library Off Thursday2 Off 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm / Centerville Library Friday 1 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm / Woodbourne Library Off Friday 2 Off 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm / Woodbourne Library Saturday 1 Off 10:00 am - 5:00 pm / Centerville Library Saturday 2 10:00 am - 5:00 pm / Centerville Library Off Works alternating Friday 1/Saturday 2 or Saturday 1/Friday 2 schedules This position will require working on Sundays per scheduling guidelines Required Skills & Knowledge Bachelor's Degree preferred or equivalent experience.Strong customer service orientation with one year of work experience with youth in an education or library environment. Proficient with PCs, web, and MS Office software.Collaborative with demonstrated ability to contribute in a team environment, creative, with a good sense of humor.Self-motivated, organized, efficient, and productive with excellent time management skills. Knowledge of Youth Literature, developmental learning theory, and teen pop culture preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Has ability to meet schedule requirements, including nights and weekends.To be considered for this position, please submit cover letter, resume and WCPL application through Indeed or at www.wclibrary.info under Employment.All offers of employment will be contingent upon the candidate successfully completing a Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI) fingerprint check.