Summer Reading Assistant

James City County • Williamsburg, VA

1d • $17 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

Performs responsible work conducting youth story times and other tasks facilitating summer reading at Williamsburg Regional Library (WRL) buildings and occasionally at various outreach sites. This is a seasonal position supporting the Library’s summer reading program and related activities.

Requirements

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma; some college and/or public library experience preferred; some experience working with youth.
• Skill in working with children and caregivers and providing excellent customer service.
• Basic computer literacy and email skills.
• Ability to interact and communicate with youth and adults in a pleasant and effective manner; accurately collect, record and report summer reading statistics; independently plan and organize daily work and special projects, set priorities, use time effectively and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• some college and/or public library experience preferred
• some experience working with youth

Responsibilities

• Performs all aspects of summer reading that includes talking with, and listening to children, awarding incentives, and maintaining records of progress.
• Prepares and performs age-appropriate story times and assists with other youth programs, including outdoor programs.
• Collects, records and reports summer reading statistics.
• Maintains appropriate supplies of summer reading materials, including prizes and incentives.
• Assists with library operations including emptying book drops, shelving materials, and maintaining the children’s area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Performs work safely in accordance with department safety procedures and County Safety Program; operates equipment safely and reports any unsafe work condition or practice to supervisor.
• May be required to report to work to serve customers during emergency conditions; may be assigned to report at a different time and location and to perform different duties as necessary.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees