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

Posted June 20, 2017

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:

Train in performing story times if fill in is needed. Assist Coordinator of Children’s Services with planning and preparing a Make and Take craft bi-monthly from Sept – June and weekly during the summer reading program.

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.

Salary: $11.00 per hour

* Performs additional duties as assigned and as needed. Please apply by sending a cover letter and current resume to Library Director, Lydia R. Goodwin [email protected]