YOUTH SERVICES ASSISTANT - RPT

St Louis Public Library • St. Louis, MO

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The St. Louis Public Library’s Central Library is seeking a Youth Services Assistant to staff the Youth Services desks, provide excellent customer service, and help promote youth services programs and initiatives. The position supports young people and caregivers by helping them feel welcome, have a positive Library experience, and find resources that meet their needs. It also involves supervising children’s and teens’ use of the Library, including setting boundaries and redirecting them when needed.

The schedule is Mondays from 4:00–8:00 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays from 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m., and one Sunday shift every six weeks from 1:00–5:00 p.m. Hours are subject to change.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with children in a professional setting.
• Strong communication, writing, and speaking skills.
• Comfort using and learning new technology.
• Friendly and outgoing manner, with the ability to work with children and their caregivers.
• Ability to support children of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Staff the Youth Services desks at Central Library and provide excellent customer service.
• Help youth and caregivers feel welcome, have a positive experience, and find resources that meet their needs.
• Promote and implement Library programs such as 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten and Summer Adventure.
• Assist with daily circulation and customer service tasks.
• Supervise children’s and teens’ use of the Library, setting boundaries and redirecting them as needed.

Benefits

• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick days.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan.
• 401(a) Plan.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Partial tuition reimbursement for approved courses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED