Youth Programs & Services Assistant

St. Louis Public Library; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary starting at $15.82

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick days

Medical, dental, vision, and life保险

457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan

401(a) Plan

Partial tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The St. Louis Public Library Central Library seeks a part-time Youth Services Assistant to staff the Youth Services desks, ensuring welcoming experiences and meeting the needs of youth and caregivers.

You will promote programs like 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten and Summer Adventure while assisting with daily circulation and customer service tasks. Candidates should have a high school diploma, experience with children, and strong written and oral communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience working with children in a professional setting.
• Strong communication, writing, and speaking skills.
• Comfort with using and learning new technology as the Library continues to evolve.

Responsibilities

• Staff the Youth Services desks to provide excellent customer service.
• Promote and implement key Library programs like 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten and Summer Adventure.
• Support with daily circulation and customer service tasks.
• Supervise children and teens, setting boundaries and redirecting as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Writing and speaking

Customer service

Technology comfort

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The St. Louis Public Library Central Library seeks a part-time Youth Services Assistant to staff the Youth Services desks, ensuring welcoming experiences and meeting the needs of youth and caregivers.

You will promote programs like 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten and Summer Adventure while assisting with daily circulation and customer service tasks. Candidates should have a high school diploma, experience with children, and strong written and oral communication skills.