Teen Services Assistant

THIS POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a cover letter, application, and resume.

Candidates selected to interview must write a short review of a recent teen book and present an idea for a teen program.

POSTING DATE: December 17th, 2024

JOB TITLE: Teen Services Assistant, Grade 17

LOCATION: Headquarters Library

DATE AVAILABLE: February 1st, 2025

SALARY: $2,305 per month (Includes generous benefits package)

HOURS: 40 hours per week including one evening a week and one weekend per month.

Weeks 1 & 2: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8:45-5:45; Friday: 12:15-9:15

Week 3: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: 8:45-5:45; Thursday: OFF; Friday: 1:15-9:15; Saturday: 8:45-6:15

Week 4: Sunday: 12:55-6:15; Monday: OFF; Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8:45-5:45; Friday: 12:15-9:15

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with teens. Must complete pre-employment testing.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· The mission of Teen Services is to connect teens to people, opportunities, and resources that empower them. Staff work to accomplish this through outreach, programming, social media, and Teen Hub customer service interactions

· Assists the public at the Teen Hub service desk while supervising and enforcing rules in a busy age-restricted space

· Proactively seeks out teens to connect them to resources and opportunities that reflect their interests

· Develops, promotes, presents, and evaluates innovative programs that meet the needs of a diverse teen population

· Helps to create a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and dynamic space in the Teen Hub

· Actively participates in department and committee meetings and in online discussions

· Matches readers with books according to their interests and preferences

· Composes and contributes relevant content for the SCPLteens social media presence

· Attends regular training related to libraries and Teen Services

· Remains aware of safety and security at all times

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

· Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with teens

· Enthusiastic and team-orientated with a passion for working with and advocating for a diverse teen population

· Knowledge and appreciation of teen collections

· Comfortable and proficient with technology, familiar with online and video gaming, and knowledgeable about social media

· Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills that display a positive attitude, cultural sensitivity, and a sense of humor with the ability to interface with people from all backgrounds and age groups

· Good written and oral communication skills, including public speaking and social media proficiency

· Creative, flexible, and organized with a good work ethic, time management skills, and attention to detail

· Ability to take direction, work independently or on a team, and complete assignments thoroughly and on time

· Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus

· Valid driver’s license with the ability to drive to other libraries or community outreach

The Library accepts applications with cover letter and resume when a job position is available. Drug Testing is a part of the Library’s hiring process. If you require any accommodations in applying for any position, please do not hesitate to ask. The Spartanburg County Public Library is proud to be tobacco free.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $2,305.00 per month

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Customer service: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Spartanburg, SC 29306 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Spartanburg, SC 29306: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $2,305