Library Assistant

NEW YORK LIBRARY ASSOCIATION; Hopewell Junction (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) retirement

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Bereavement pay

Job summary

East Fishkill Public Library is seeking a Library Assistant - Community Engagement and Adult Services to assist the Adult Librarian, Assistant Director, and Director in delivering programs and services to the community.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, multitasking, excellent communication, and computer skills, with responsibilities ranging from technology help to planning exhibits and coordinating community programs.

Qualifications

• Associate degree with related library program experience or equivalent.
• Experience in non-clerical library activities or programs.
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist adult librarians with programs and services.
• Provide one-on-one technology assistance to patrons.
• Create and schedule flyers, social posts, and website postings.
• Reference desk assistance and front desk support.
• Plan exhibits for gallery wall with community groups.
• Develop booklists and library displays.
• Participate in continuing education.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication skills

Computer skills

Technology troubleshooting

Adaptability

People-focused attitude

Digital Navigator Certification

Education

Associate's degree

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Digital Navigator Certification

Job description

Salary: $46,000.00 - $46,000.00 Annually

Application Deadline: Sep 18, 2026

The East Fishkill Public Library has a full-time position open for Library Assistant- Community Engagement and Adult Services. The Library Assistant aids the Adult Librarian, Assistant Director, and Director in providing programs and services to the community. Attention to detail, the ability to multitask within multiple deadlines, and outstanding communication skills are key for this position. Computer skills and technology troubleshooting are essential to the position as is resourcefulness, adaptability, good judgement and the genuine passion for working with people. This position reports directly to the Head Adult Services Librarian.

Community Engagement & Adult Services Library Assistant Duties:

• Conducts programming- Adult and Community Programs- passive and direct including maintaining supplies, planning, budgeting, and room set up
• Provides one-on-one technology assistance to patrons (Digital Navigator Certification)
• Responsible for all media for programming- creation and scheduling of flyers, social media posts, calendar entries, website postings etc.
• Reference desk assistance- Helping patrons with reference questions, locating materials, computer/printing/copier assistance, monitoring patron behavior, and front desk overflow. This position spends almost all work hours on the public floor
• Plans and coordinates exhibits for the gallery wall and showcase with outside community groups
• Compiles and creates booklists, read alike lists, and creates library displays as assigned
• Participates in continuing education as assigned
• Does related work as required

Programs and services this position is responsible for include:

• Annual tax forms
• Annual Shred event
• The Great Give Back
• All fiber arts groups (Knit N’ Knosh, Community Stitchers, Crochet Class)
• All game-based programming (Chess Club, Game & Puzzle Swap, etc.)
• Services based programs (Medicare 101, Job Search 101, etc.)
• Technology education classes (creating a library curriculum of classes, planning and conducting classes)
• Annual East Fishkill Community Day
• Additional programs and services monthly based on community needs and interests

Position hours:

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 12:00pm to 8:00pm

Monday, Friday 10:00am to 6:00pm

Saturday rotation (hours of 9:00am to 5:00pm, 3 rd Saturday of the month, and additional 2-3 Saturday events per year)

Civil Service Minimum Requirements:

OR: (B) Associate's degree and two (2) years of paid work experience in the provision of non-clerical library activities which do not require the possession of a Master's degree in library science (i.e., the conduct of a specific library program including video or craft programs; the selection and processing of literature; or the preparation of library artwork and decoration);

OR: (C) Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and four (4) years of paid work experience in the provision of non-clerical library activities which do not require the possession of a Master's degree in library science (i.e., the conduct of a specific library program including video or craft programs; the selection and processing of literature; or the preparation of library artwork and decoration);

OR: (D) An equivalent combination of education, training and experience between the limits of (A) and (C) above.”

This is a civil service position, and candidates must meet the minimum requirements for placement. This position is part of the NYS HELPS program. No exam is required.

Compensation:

The salary for this position is $46,000 annually, paid biweekly. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance with the library paying 80% of premium, health and dependent care flexible spending accounts, TIAA 403(b) retirement with the library matching up to 8%, employee assistance program, paid time off (vacation, sick, personal), holiday pay, bereavement pay, and pay for unscheduled closings.