Job Title: Library Aide
Preferred methods of application: An application for this position may be obtained by coming to the library and asking at the front desk. Resumes are required and may be attached to the application along with 3 references.
Please contact Jennifer Crusenberry, Circulation Manager, with questions concerning this job vacancy. Phone: 317-984-5623, Ext. 3003 Email: jcrusenberry@hnpl.lib.in.us
Status: Part-time, Nonexempt (hourly) Starting: $10.75/hour
Hours/Week: Approximately 20 hours each week on a rotating schedule:
Week 1: M:10-2, T:130-530, W:130-530, R: 130-530 F:1-5
Week 2: M:10-2, T:130-530, W: 130-530 R:130-530, S:10-2
Description
Assists customers in the circulation and location of materials and information in a friendly and welcoming manner. Keeps materials organized on shelves according to library procedures.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE--High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience. Prefer knowledge and/or prior experience in the following areas: customer service; filing; organization (arrangement); resolving customer complaints; working on a team; and working with computer hardware and software. Experience with MS Word and Excel is a must.
Job Title: Youth Services Department Manager
Status: Full-time, Non-exempt Starting: $17.50; based on experience Hours/Week: 40
Description
Oversees operations of the Youth Services Department. Creates, implements, and presents library programs, activities, and events for children and young adults, ages 0-18, and related programs for parents, caregivers, and teachers. Provides reference and reader’s advisory services and interprets the Library’s policies and procedures. Is responsible for the physical appearance of the Youth Services areas. Is responsible for developing and maintaining Youth Services materials. Reports to the Library Director. Certification required by the State of Indiana will be paid for by the employee.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Newly assigned employees are expected to be proficient at assigned tasks by the end of the first six months of service. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
An ALA accredited MLS is required.
Prefer knowledge and/or prior experience in the following areas: management of budgets and personnel; customer service; youth services program planning and evaluation; project management; collection development for children and teens; and childhood and young adult development.
DRIVERS LICENSE AND TRANSPORTATION
Valid driver’s license and personal transportation available for job-related assignments required.
COMMUNICATION/INTERPERSONAL SKILLS and OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Applicable abilities, aptitudes, and personality include leadership skills; conflict resolution skills; effective problem-solving skills; working well with others; leading and directing the work of others; sound professional judgment; effective resource management; readily adaptable to change; team player; good verbal and written communication skills; and the ability to speak and read English. Must genuinely enjoy working with children and teens.
SCHEDULE
40 hours per week, weekdays, evenings, and Saturdays. Is occasionally called in when emergencies arise.
This job description is intended to describe the type and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities required by a person so classified. Other functions may be assigned, and management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Please send resume and 3 references to Staci Treece at streece@hnpl.lib.in.us