P/T Children's Assistant

Coventry Public Library

Coventry Public Library, Rhode

Application Deadline

Apply By Jun 8th, 2021

Wages

$12.00 to $15.00 per Hour   Calculate

Location

Coventry, RI

Hours

19.00

MLS

Not Required

Minimum Education

High School (or Equivalent)

Library Experience

Preferred

Supervisory Experience

Not Required

Type of Library

Public

Social

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Job Description

Coventry Public Library is seeking a Part-time Youth Services Assistant. Responsibilities include assisting patrons with their informational and reader’s advisory needs within the Youth Services & Teen Department; providing instruction and assistance to patrons in the use of technology within the departments; assisting with the shelving and maintenance of children’s materials and with the children’s display case; preparing craft or promotional materials for programming or for display areas; and assisting with volunteers.

Qualifications:  A high school degree or equivalent is required; at least two years of college education preferred. Experience working with children and knowledge of computer technology is necessary. Qualified individuals will be experienced in customer service and working with the public. Schedule flexibility preferred, willing to work both evenings and day shifts. Saturdays a must. Candidates must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be willing to work on a team as well as independently. Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.

Hours & Compensation:  Part-time position. Mondays, 4-8 pm; Wednesdays, 10-2; Fridays, 9:30-5; every other Saturday, 9:30-5 (Summer Hours, 9-1); Other hours may be added to cover vacations or special programs. 

Please send letter of interest, resume and three references to megan@coventrylibrary.org no later than June 8. 

Website
https://www.coventrylibrary.org

Human Resources / Job Listings
https://coventrylibrary.org/job-openings

Posted Jun 1, 2021