Library Aide II: Children’s and Circulation - The Town of Canton
is seeking a pleasant, customer-service-oriented self-starter to join
the staff of the Canton Public Library as a part-time Library Aide II.
This position will be split between the Circulation and Children’s
departments. Responsibilities of the position include: staffing the
children’s and circulation desks; providing reference and readers’
advisory services to children and families; answering basic information
questions; assisting patrons with computers, copier, library catalog,
etc.; answering and routing calls; charging and discharging library
materials; creating signs, flyers, and displays; and processing
children’s library materials.
The successful candidate will enjoy and have experience
working with children, tweens, and families; have strong knowledge of
children’s literature and library services; have excellent customer
service and communication skills; and be welcoming, courteous, and
friendly to patrons of all ages. Strong computer and technology skills
are essential.
Qualified applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree
and have experience working with the public, including experience
working directly with children. Previous library work strongly
preferred. Experience with III’s Sierra ILS a plus.
The position is 20 hours per week, including one
evening and every other Saturday, and is eligible for pro-rated sick,
vacation, and holiday pay. $17.72/hour.
To apply, send a completed Town of Canton employment
application and cover letter to: Robert Skinner, Chief Administrative
Officer, Town of Canton, PO Box 168, 4 Market Street, Collinsville, CT
06022. Employment applications and a full job description are available
at Canton Town Hall, at the Canton Public Library, and online at www.townofcantonct.org. Applications must be received by 4:30pm on September 25, 2017. EOE.
