Youth Services Assistant, Conway Public Library, Conway, NH

Posted October 11, 2021

Description:

The Conway Public Library seeks an energetic, outgoing, creative, friendly and tech savvy team member to provide a high level of service in the areas of children’s services and technology assistance.

Job Description:

Plans and conducts programs for children, in coordination with the Head of Youth Services, to encourage reading and listening and the use of library materials; including all special programs such as story times, summer reading, and class visits.  Provides front desk and tech reference services to the public.

Accountability:

Reports to the Head of Youth Services

Youth Services Duties and Responsibilities:

• Working with the Head of Youth Services, develop, conduct, and publicize library programs in-person and online for children.
• Provide outreach to area schools, daycares, preschools, and homeschoolers.
• Conduct “story time” programming for children.
• Develop content such as newspaper articles, social media posts, and articles for Constant Contact e-mail newsletter.
• Make recommendations to Head of Youth Services on the selection, replacement, and weeding of children’s materials.
• Assist the public in the selection and interpretation of children’s material.
• Assemble and arrange displays.
• Provides reference and circulations services at the front desk approximately 15-18 hours per week.
• Working with Assistant Director, provides tech reference services as well as tech programming.

Training, Skills and Experience:

College Degree required. 3-5 years’ experience working with children required, preferably in a library setting. Demonstrated experience conducting children’s programming required. Knowledge of library services, practices and procedures preferred. Operational knowledge of computer hardware/software required. Comfort using a wide range of social media platforms preferred. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Schedule: Five days per week with some evenings and Saturdays

Salary: $18 per hour, 40 hours per week.

Benefits: Two weeks’ vacation and sick time. Two personal days. Excellent benefits package includes health insurance and participation in the NH Retirement System.

How to Apply:

Send a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to David Smolen, Library Director, via email. [email protected]. Use the subject line “Youth Services Assistant Position” when submitting email.

Deadline:  Open until filled.