Northeast Ohio Regional Library System

Youth Services Assistant - Loudonville Public Library

Classified Ad Title:
Youth Services Assistant - Loudonville Public Library

Post Date
7/11/2022

Expiration Date
10/9/2022

Details:
Loudonville Public Library - Job Posting

Youth Services Assistant

Summary:

Immediate Supervisors: Youth Services Lead

Positions Supervised: None

Under general supervision, the Youth Services Assistant completes assigned tasks involving programming, collection management, outreach, and otherwise providing services to patrons from the age of 0 through 18 and their caregivers. The Youth Services Assistant also provides general customer service and participates in the general operation of the library. The Youth Services Assistant must possess a genuine desire to serve children and young people.

Qualifications:

· A High School Diploma. A bachelor’s degree in education or related field is highly desirable.

· Genuine enjoyment interacting with and providing service to children and teens.

· Experience working with children and teenagers in a library, school, or social service setting is preferred.

Knowledge of:

· Library policies, procedures, and techniques (may be acquired after hire)

· Dewey Decimal Classification System

· Wide range of children’s and teen books and materials.

· Working knowledge of the Internet, current Microsoft Office programs, and office equipment (projectors, printers, copiers, fax machines, microform readers, tablets)

· Comfortable with social networking tools and current technological trends

Working Conditions: This position is budgeted for 24 hours. The Youth Services Assistant is required to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends. Work is mostly performed in a Library/Office setting with visits made to other schools and institutions as appropriate.

Starting Pay: $12.22/hr.

Benefits: Paid vacation & sick time, 7 holidays, 2 personal days etc.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Note: The duties listed below are inclusive, but not limited to, the tasks performed by this classification.

Public Service:

· Responds to patron questions in person, by phone, or e-mail

· Assist patrons with the location and use of library materials

· Assist and instruct the public in the general use of computers and library equipment

· Provides reference & reader’s advisory services for babies, children, tweens, teens, and parents and recommends age-appropriate materials to them

· Perform general circulation tasks as needed including the checkout of library materials and the handling of account issues

· Responsible for helping to maintain an appropriate library atmosphere

· Advocate for children and teens in the library and in the community

· Serves as a Floor Leader when assigned.

Programming & Outreach:

· Coordinate and conduct school visits (classes to library and Librarians in schools)

· Conduct impromptu programming using pre-prepared resources and plans

· Create positive, memorable experiences for children of all ages and teens in the library

· Devise, plan and conduct programs for babies, children, tweens, teens, and parents

· Coordinate with Public Relations to ensure the promotion of events, activities, and news

Collection Development:

· Under the direction of the Youth Services Lead, develops and maintains the children’s and teen collections including selection, weeding, repair, and replacement

· Follows current selection and acquisition policies

· Maintains knowledge of available materials and patron reading preferences

Additional Duties:

· Attend staff meetings

· Adheres to, supports, and effectively implements administration and library board policy

· Understands and upholds the principles of Intellectual Freedom

· Sorts and delivers mail, as needed

· Performs duties associated with the processing of incoming and outgoing library materials through “cargo” as needed

· Maintains and increases knowledge and skills through attendance at meetings and other continuing education opportunities

· Performs additional duties and assignments, as requested by the Director or Youth Services Lead

Additional Qualifications: Must be able to lift or move 50 pounds. A valid Ohio Driver’s license is required, and a clean driving record must be maintained. A criminal background check is required.

Application Procedure:

Apply by submitting a completed library application and resume to Melissa Mallinak, Director of the Loudonville Public Library, 122 E. Main Street, Loudonville, OH 44842 (director@loudonvillelibrary.org). Forms and official job descriptions may be obtained from the Library’s Public Services Desk and from www.loudonvillelibrary.org. Loudonville Public Library is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Deadline for Applications: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interviews will be scheduled as soon as possible.

External Post Date: 7/7/22 Position open until filled


Website:
https://loudonvillelibrary.org/