Children Summer Assistant - Rolling Reader

Harford County Public Library • Edgewood, MD

1d • $15 - $17

About The Position

The Children Summer Assistant for the Rolling Reader outreach mobile service is responsible for assisting staff with carrying out the Summer Reading program at various outreach sites. Performs a variety of routine clerical tasks. Performs other duties as assigned. Meets minimum public service hours as defined by Library Administration.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Current enrollment at college/university working towards Associate or Bachelors degree preferably in child development, early elementary, physical education or related field
• Experience working with children, preferably with elementary and middle school aged students
• Customer service experience
• Basic computer skills to include use of email, data entry, internet searches and ability to use web-based employee self-service portal
• Ability to obtain and maintain criminal background check
• Ability to provide documentation and maintain a valid drivers license with no more than 3 points
• Ability to work day, evening, and weekends hours
• Knowledge of alphabetical and numerical systems
• Ability to create a welcoming and friendly environment encouraging repeat business
• Ability to complete repetitive tasks with accuracy
• Ability to be adaptable, flexible and patient with customers and staff
• Ability to work independently and dependably to complete routine tasks

Responsibilities

• Assists Rolling Reader staff with Summer Reading Program initiatives
• Registers and enters data of SRP participant information into computer database
• Photocopies, collates, organizes, and distributes Summer Reading Program or related materials, as directed
• Creates displays decorating outreach mobile vehicle using current years Summer Reading Program theme
• Serves on committees and participates in workshops, seminars, and training as requested
• Notifies Supervisor with suggested ways to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of personnel and procedures and system-wide goals and objectives
• Learns new skills and technologies to retain proficiency in areas of expertise
• Is dependable and punctual
• Maintains a positive, friendly, and cooperative attitude and provides consistent customer service
• Upholds all library policies and procedures as defined in Harford County Public Librarys Policies and Procedures Manual
• Performs other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED