Library Assistant / Youth Services Specialist

Warren County•Warren County, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs intermediate skilled clerical work in the public library, playing a key role in implementing programs and services designed for preschool through teens. This role involves assisting children and caregivers in selecting resources, promoting reading and library use among young patrons, and organizing and presenting engaging programs. The position also includes essential clerical duties such as operating the circulation desk, managing library materials, responding to patron inquiries, and assisting with research and technology use.

Requirements

General knowledge of library routine and procedures.
Knowledge of office terminology, procedures and equipment.
Ability to follow established procedures and to perform work requiring some detail.
Skill in the use of office and data entry equipment.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and library patrons.
Strong communication skills.
Creativity.
Ability to work with diverse audiences.
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.
Moderate experience working in a library.
Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina.

Nice To Haves

Ability to perform work requiring some detail.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and library patrons.
Strong communication skills.
Creativity.
Ability to work with diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

Assists children and caregivers in selecting resources.
Promotes interest in reading and libraries among preschool and school-age children.
Organizes and presents Storytimes and other age-appropriate engaging programs for pre-school through teenage patrons.
Supports community outreach initiatives.
Operates circulation desk; checks books, magazines, videos and other materials in and out of library.
Responds to questions from patrons.
Assists library patrons.
Plans, organizes, and implements programs for children, teens, and families, including Storytimes, summer reading programs, STEAM activities, and craft workshops.
Collaborates with schools, community organizations, and other partners to offer outreach and educational programming.
Creates engaging displays, book lists, and materials to promote youth library services.
Assists with the selection and weeding of children’s and young adult collections.
Stays current on youth literature and recommends new titles for acquisition.
Provides assistance to youth and families in locating materials, using library resources, and understanding programs.
Assists in the circulation of materials, including checking items in and out, processing holds, and shelving materials.
Represents the library at community events, school visits, and fairs to promote youth services.
Builds relationships with local schools, daycare centers, and youth organizations to foster partnerships and increase awareness of library services.
Encourages literacy through book recommendations, one-on-one assistance, and the promotion of early literacy tools and resources.
Leads initiatives such as reading challenges and book clubs for youth and teens.
Maintains accurate records of program attendance, participant feedback, and outreach efforts.
Assists in the promotion of library programs and services through social media, newsletters, and flyers.
Works at circulation desk checking materials in and out of library; enters data into computer system.
Assists with research, cataloguing or other services and programs as assigned.
Assists patrons with locating library materials; assists patrons in use of copier and computer.
Registers new library patrons and enters data into computer; processes library cards.
Assists patrons with the use of public computers, digital resources, and other library technologies.
Offers reader’s advisory services by recommending books and resources based on patron interests.
Orders requested books on NC Cardinal and maintaining inter-library loan files.
Checks NC Cardinal for pending loans.
Assists with homebound delivery services when necessary.
Enters inter-library loan data into computer system; prints out inter-library loan requests; enters book reserves, holds and loans into computer system.
Assists with balancing revenues daily.
Performs related tasks as required.