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 primarily be in the
Children’s department but will also encompass some circulation
responsibilities. Responsibilities of the position include: staffing
the children’s desk; providing reference and readers’ advisory services
to children and families; providing some children’s programming;
answering basic information questions; creating signs, flyers, and
displays; processing children’s library materials; assisting patrons
with computers, copier, library catalog, etc.; staffing and providing
assistance at the circulation desk; answering and routing calls; and
charging and discharging 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 Saturdays in rotation, and is eligible for pro-rated sick,
vacation, and holiday pay. $18.21/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 4:00pm on Wednesday, August 29. EOE.
