Programming Associate (Part-Time)
About The Position
Warren–Newport Public Library District is seeking a part-time Programming Associate (average of 12 hours per week) to support patrons, activities, and lively library spaces during evening and weekend hours. The role involves providing a consistent staff presence in active library spaces for various age groups, answering patron questions, offering basic reader's advisory, and assisting with activities and programs. The associate will help maintain a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment, assist with setup and cleanup, and communicate any issues to supervisors. This position requires following library policies and procedures.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Ability to support a welcoming environment for patrons of different ages, backgrounds, and needs.
- Ability to communicate expectations clearly, calmly, and respectfully.
- Comfortable using basic technology and assisting patrons with general service point questions.
Nice To Haves
- Some college coursework or experience in libraries, education, recreation, customer service, or community-based work preferred.
- Experience working with children, tweens, teens, families, or the public preferred.
- Spanish language skills a plus.
Responsibilities
- Provide a consistent staff presence in active library spaces for young children and families, elementary students, teens, and other PCE spaces as assigned.
- Answer patron questions at the service point and connect patrons with additional staff support when needed.
- Provide basic reader’s advisory and help patrons locate or connect with library materials and services.
- Welcome patrons and help them understand how to use shared spaces, materials, and activities appropriately.
- Support prepared activities, games, creative materials, and passive engagement options available in the space.
- Monitor spaces during evening and weekend hours to help maintain a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment.
- Reinforce posted expectations and redirect behavior using calm, positive communication.
- Assist with basic setup, cleanup, restocking, and organization of materials and supplies.
- Communicate supply needs, patron concerns, behavior patterns, or facility issues to PCE staff or the appropriate supervisor.
- Help support smooth transitions between open use, activities, programs, and closing routines.
- Assist PCE staff with programs, events, or library-wide initiatives as needed.
- Follow library policies and procedures and seek support when situations require escalation.
Benefits
- Paid time off in accordance with the Paid Leave for All Workers Act (PLAWA)
- Voluntary 457 Retirement Plan participation
- Access to the Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
