CHILDREN'S LIBRARY ASSISTANT - PT - SSI

Glynn County Government • St. Simons, GA

42d • $19 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time position. The work schedule is 20 hours per week and requires working nights, weekends, and during lunch shifts. This position is eligible for prorated paid time off and holiday leave. This position is not eligible for health insurance, disability and pension benefits
JOB SUMMARY
This position provides patron services support for the library’s children’s programs and services. An incumbent in this position may be designated Senior Library Assistant.

Requirements

• Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
• Knowledge of children’s library programming principles.
• Knowledge of patron services principles.
• Knowledge of library policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of library call numbers and shelving principles.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs and databases.
• Skill in the provision of patron services.
• Skill in the use of a cash register and credit card machine.
• Skill in the development and delivery of library programming.
• Skill in the use of an automated library system.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, coordinates, and leads children’s programs for library patrons.
• Assists patrons at the circulation desk and in the children’s department; checks materials in and out; places holds on materials; issues and renews library cards; assists parents, youth, and other patrons in locating materials in the collection; assists patrons in registering for programs.
• Operates computer software to manage the circulation of library materials.
• Sorts, organizes, and routes children’s department library materials.
• Reports issues with library facilities that may affect the comfort and safety of patrons and staff.
• Participates in job-related training and continuing education.
• Performs related duties.

Benefits

• This position is eligible for prorated paid time off and holiday leave.
• This position is not eligible for health insurance, disability and pension benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED