Senior Library Assistant, Children’s Programming and Circulation, Thomas Memorial Library, Cape Elizabeth ME
Posted July 25, 2014
The Thomas Memorial Library seeks an experienced, creative, innovative, and enthusiastic library assistant to work in our youth services and circulation departments.
The Senior Library Assistant will:
• Staff the library’s circulation desk, assisting patrons of all ages with locating, borrowing and reserving library materials
• Participate in maintaining patron records and operating circulation computers
• Work efficiently and accurately with library computers and library software
• Help to identify, develop and implement innovative programs and services for children from birth through age 14, with an emphasis on birth to age 5
• Help to foster an environment that encourages children’s use of the library
• Prepare attractive and inviting displays
• Provide reference and reader’s advisory service to children and parents
• Provide excellent customer service to library users of all ages
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
• A Bachelor’s Degree
• A working knowledge of children’s literature
• Professional experience working with children
• Knowledge of techniques and resources for effective storytelling and preschool programming
• Creative use of dramatic, artistic and/or musical skills in presenting programs
• Ability to relate in an open and friendly manner with children and their caregivers
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, the internet, and social media tools
• Attention to detail, ability to multitask
• Facility and comfort with computer programs and circulation software
• Experience in a Family Place Library, or using MINERVA’s Innovative Interfaces software a plus
The ideal candidate will be:
• Experienced in library programming for young children
• Possess a strong degree of initiative, and a positive, enthusiastic attitude
• Be flexible and friendly to children as well as their caregivers
• Creative and innovative
• Able to work collaboratively as part of a team
Scheduled hours for this position:
Mondays, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Tuesdays, 12:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Wednesdays, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
This part-time, permanent position pays $16.80 per hour. Regular evenings and some Saturday hours are required. If you are creative, enthusiastic, friendly and committed to excellence in public service, please send or email a cover letter, resume and 3 references to:
Jay Scherma, Director
Thomas Memorial Library
Cape Elizabeth, Maine 04107
Applications will be accepted until August 1, 2014