Part-Time Youth Programs & Outreach Assistant

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Glen Ridge (NJ)

Hybrid

USD 23,000 - 32,000

Part time

10 hours ago

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Job summary

The Glen Ridge Public Library is seeking a Part-Time Youth Services Library Assistant to join our active youth services department. The role focuses on programming for birth through high school, assisting with juvenile and YA collections, and liaising with local schools.

The ideal candidate is creative, comfortable with technology, and able to provide excellent customer service in a busy environment. The position includes occasional evening and Saturday hours and requires strong communication

Qualifications

High School graduate or equivalent required.
Ability to plan, budget, promote and execute programs for children and Teens.
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication.

Responsibilities

Plan and provide weekly in-house programming for various age groups (story times, after-school clubs, after-hours for teens).
Assist with the Young Adult collection including recommending purchases, processing materials, and creating displays.
Serve as liaison to middle and high schools.
Contribute to a welcoming atmosphere and provide outstanding customer service.
Assist with all circulation duties: check in/out, holds, patron accounts, fines, shelving, catalog searches.
Answer and route phone calls; perform other duties as assigned.