Library Associate – Children’s Department

Job Type

Part-Time

Work Location

North Canton Public Library

Pay Rate

$14.40 per hour

Immediate Supervisor

Children’s Department Manager

Description

The North Canton Public Library is looking for a friendly, engaging, and motivated professional with a deep commitment to customer service to assume the position of library associate in its Children’s Department. The successful applicant must be enthusiastic about the development of cutting-edge children’s programming, continually seek ways to improve upon the Library’s services to its community, and work as a team player to enhance the Library’s work culture of kindness, respect, and integrity among staff.

Responsibilities

  • Proactively provides outstanding customer service to library users of all ages and backgrounds
  • Provides programs, presentations, and training to patrons and other organizations, in the Library, and in the community
  • Interviews, researches, and answers questions from patrons in person, via phone, or through email correspondence
  • Assists in developing and maintaining a high-quality collection based on community needs, usage levels, and relevance of materials which includes (but is not limited to) shelf reading, putting away materials, verifying items as listed, and inventory
  • Evaluates materials, utilizes statistical data and reports for collection maintenance, and makes withdrawals according to library guidelines
  • Initiates, plans, and delivers children’s programs to increase awareness of library resources and encourage library use, including regular after-school programming on weekday afternoons
  • Recommends materials based on patrons’ interests

Qualifications & Requirements

Ability to work independently, be organized, and multitask. Ability to helpfully communicate with the public to determine customer needs. Ability to use and understand technology. Ability to analyze needs and situations. Ability to make sound decisions. Ability to work well with others and to promote positive staff and community relations. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to follow and apply library procedures and policies. Must be able to maintain a schedule that includes regular Sunday shifts during the school year and frequent weekday afternoon hours. Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull 40 pounds. Must be able to bend and reach. Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.

Education Requirements

Four Year College Degree from Accredited University

Benefits

Medical and Dental Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Account, Basic Life Insurance after 6 months with option to purchase additional life insurance.

Hours

25 hours per week

Schedule