Library Programs Assistant – Mount Airy

NWRL; Mount Airy (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mount Airy Public Library seeks a Library Programs Assistant to lead adult programming, teach basic computer skills to adults, and engage with the community. The role includes performing computer-based library tasks, reference help, shelving, and clerical duties, with outreach to retirement homes and other senior communities.

Evening hours and some Saturdays are required, totaling 40 hours weekly. Starting immediately with orientation and benefits as described, you will join a team serving

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree required with strong computer skills.
• Experience with public service and program planning.
• Ability to supervise and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead Adult Programming and create community-based programs.
• Teach basic computer skills to adults.
• Conduct outreach to retirement homes and senior living centers.
• Perform computer-based library tasks and reference work.
• Shelving, clerical duties, and miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Program planning

Team leadership

Multitasking

Detail oriented

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Productivity software

Mobile devices

Social media

Job description

POSITION: Library Programs Assistant

HOURS: Forty (40) hours per week. Evening hours and some Saturdays required.

SALARY: Annual salary is $29,606 to the end of a successful 6-month orientation period when it will increase to 2.5% to $30,346. Benefits include paid holidays, vacations, and sick leave; membership in the North Carolina Retirement System.

NATURE OF JOB: This position will be in charge of Adult Programming, creating and executing programs based on the needs of the community, teaching basic computers skills to adults, outreach to retirement homes/assisted living centers. Performs computer-based library tasks, general circulation and reference, understanding of a wide range of computer applications and internet use, shelving library materials, creating and executing library programs, clerical duties, additional duties as assigned. Work is performed under the direction of the Branch Library Manager.

START DATE: Immediately

TRAINING/EXPERIENCE: Required: Associate's Degree; excellent computer skills, including Internet searches, experience with productivity software, familiarity with mobile electronic devices and social media; 2 years experience working with the public; 2 years planning and executing programs; 1 year supervisory experience; or, any combination of training and experience providing the required skills and knowledge. Must be a team-player, have outstanding customer service and managerial skills, enjoy working with the public, and be detail-oriented. Must be able to multitask, lift 30 lbs, and stand for extended periods of time. Preferred: 4-year bachelor's degree.

CONTACT: Send any questions to Rana Southern, Branch Library Manager, Mount Airy Public Library; [e-mail]; 336-789-5108 or Jennifer Rogers, Interim Director, Northwestern Regional Library, [e-mail]; 336-835-4894.