Children’s Library Assistant, William Fogg Library, Eliot, ME

Posted April 27, 2015

The Children’s Library Assistant is responsible for duties related to circulation and programming and for supporting the Coordinator of Children’s Services.

Circulation Tasks:

Using Atriuum software for circulation and cataloging.
Checking books in and out, monitoring reserve shelf, registering new patrons.
Collecting overdue fines and balancing the cash drawer daily.
Re-shelving books and library materials, shelf reading.
Processing books; checking bibliographic records, re-barcoding, adding spine label.
Readers’ advisory; being aware of new books and materials in the KR.
Providing computer assistance to patrons as needed.
Monitoring the use of museum passes; printing calendars and copying pass templates.
Keeping the circulation desk neat and organized.

Program Tasks:

Planning and presenting one preschool story time per week from Sept – June.
Planning and presenting one preschool story time per week during the summer reading program.
Planning and preparing a Make and Take craft bi-monthly from Sept – June and weekly during the summer reading program.
Creating seasonal decorations, book displays and bulletin boards from Sept – June.
Assisting the Coordinator in planning the summer reading program.
Assisting the Coordinator with class visits from Eliot Elementary School in May and June.

Job Requirements:

Hours 46 hours bi-weekly Tues. 10-5, Wed. 1-8, Thurs. 10-5 and 9-1 alternate Saturdays
Work the 7 hour shift at the front desk every other Wednesday to keep abreast of the operations in Adult services. Work alternating Saturdays 9 am-1 pm.
Strong work ethic.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to work congenially with the public and staff.
Creativity and the ability to work independently.
Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice
Experience working with children from birth to age 14.
Knowledge of classic and current children’s literature.
Computer literacy; proficiency in Windows 8, Microsoft office and social media tools.
High School Diploma and some experience in libraries, education or related field.

Please send cover letter and current resume to Lydia Goodwin, Library Director at [email protected]

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