Library Assistant II, Youth Services

City of Verona•Verona, WI

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Verona Public Library seeks a dynamic, energetic, and innovative person with a strong dedication to patron services to become part of our team of Youth Services Librarians. This is a part-time (50%) position averaging 18 hours/week. Work involves providing reference and reader’s advisory service to children, teens, and adults at a public service desk; assisting with the library's collection and spaces; and preparing and implementing equitable story times and other programming for children birth to 18 and their families. The ideal candidate will be someone who is excited to work with children and families, demonstrates initiative, possesses strong technology skills, is proficient in Spanish, and can thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment. Schedule includes regular daytime, evening, and weekend hours. Starting wage for this position is $22.12 per hour.

Requirements

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from patrons and staff
Ability to follow detailed directions
Ability to maintain a regular work schedule
Ability to maintain a positive attitude during difficult patron interactions
Ability to perform reference and materials advisory work and materials selection
Ability to plan, organize and carry out a program of library service for a designated area
Ability to maintain confidentiality of library patron information
Ability to use computers, library-related software, and databases effectively
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, organize and prioritize work, and respond to varied and changing work demands
Ability to understand library policies and procedures and apply them to library operations
Possess knowledge and understanding of youth literature and child development
Ability to understand library principles, technology, goals and philosophy of services
Possess great interpersonal skills and ability to maintain and foster cooperative and courteous working relationship with the public, peers and supervisors
Ability to provide inclusive and equitable programs and services to diverse populations
Demonstrate a willingness to maintain skills in the above-mentioned areas through active participation in appropriate continuing education activities
Ability to use professional English grammar and spelling, verbal and written communication skills, and age-appropriate language with various audiences
At least two years of study at an accredited college, university, or technical school or related experience is required
Experience working with children and/or teens is required
Customer service experience is required

Nice To Haves

Applicants with Spanish language or ASL proficiency are encouraged to apply
Public library experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Providing patron assistance in locating library materials and accessing library collections, both print and online
Helping to plan, publicize, and carry out programming and outreach for children and teens
Explaining library services, policies, and procedures
Answering reference and materials advisory questions in person, by phone, or through email
Plan, organize, and conduct library services and programs for youth
Provide reader’s advisory, reference and other patron assistance services at the Youth Services’ desk, throughout the library, and at outreach locations
Assist with collection development, including weeding
Assist in library technology implementation
Support the Community Engagement Librarian by conducting library tours, presenting programs to local groups, and performing other outreach activities for library patrons and community organizations including schools
Promote library services through various types of publicity
Assist patrons with computer use and other mechanical operations of library equipment
Process, repair, or recondition library materials
Assist in maintaining accuracy of the public catalog and website
Carry out library policies and procedures
Perform light housekeeping
Perform all other duties as assigned