Full-Time Library Assistant, Children’s Department - The
Public Library of New London seeks an enthusiastic and friendly Library
Assistant. This is a 35 hour a week, full time position with a variable
schedule that includes daytime and evening hours and Saturdays in
rotation. This position reports to the Children’s Librarian.
Responsibilities: Prepares and presents children’s programs and story
hours, including outreach programs held outside the library, under the
direction of Children’s Librarian. Prepares fliers, bookmarks, press
releases and other publicity materials pertaining to children’s
services. Updates children’s section of the Library website and
contributes to Library social media, as assigned. Answers directional,
procedure and policy questions of library patrons. Assists in monitoring
security in children’s area. Prepares book displays and bulletin boards
and helps keep the Children’s Room orderly and attractive. Answers
telephone and provides telephone reference service. Processes new
children’s materials. Shelves and files materials as necessary. Manages
operations in the Children’s Room in the absence of the Children’s
Librarian, under the direction of the Executive Director. Performs other
tasks as assigned, may work in other areas as assigned.
Necessary Qualifications: A four year college degree is required for
this position, library, or early childhood education preferred. Previous
work experience indicative of ability to work independently on support
staff functions that require excellent computer skills. This position
requires good writing ability, good interpersonal and communication
skills and the desire to provide excellent customer service. Bilingual
preferred, at a minimum, the ability to understand and to make one’s
self understood to all Spanish speaking individuals. Position open until
filled.
Salary: The salary is $16-$18/hour with a benefit package, including health insurance.
If interested, please submit a cover letter and resume to mgupta@plnl.org, Madhu Gupta, Executive Director, Public Library of New London, 63 Huntington Street, New London, CT 06320.
