Library Intern

Summer Intern / Cultural Enrichment Services- Temporary Part Time 15 hours/week for 12 weeks

$15/hour

Schedule: Tuesday 9-12; Wednesday 9-12; Friday 10-2; Saturday 8-1 (other hours as needed)

May 20, 2024-August 10, 2024

Distinguishing Features of the Class

An employee in this class provides direct customer service to the community. Work is primarily assisting with and facilitating library summer programs and activities at various venues, including City Parks and the Kings Mountain Farmer’s Market. Work will also include marketing Cultural Enrichment services to KM residents and assisting with Friday Lunch at the Patrick Senior Center. Reports to the Director of Cultural Enrichment.

Essential Duties and Tasks

• Provide excellent, positive customer service.
  • Prepare and present activities at the KM Farmers Market
  • Market and inform residents about KM Cultural Enrichment divisions
  • Assist in preparing and presenting children’s, teens, outreach, and adult programming for library Summer Adventure program.
  • Assist with Friday Lunch at Senior Services

Additional Job Duties

• May arrange art or other displays
• May work at other KMCES location as needed
• Perform related tasks as required

Recruitment and Selection Guidelines

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• • Ability to quickly learn Cultural Enrichment services for marketing purposes
  • Work independently and take initiative in completing work assignments
  • Use interpersonal skills, common courtesy and tact when dealing with staff members and the public
  • Ability to work with children and adults
  • Work accurately and efficiently
  • Manages time to maximize productivity; including being punctual for every shift
  • Ability to use and teach technology in a variety of forms
  • Some knowledge of the theory and objectives of a public library system and/or senior services
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, volunteers, and the public
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a high functioning team environment
  • Knowledge of safety procedures and policies
  • Ability to handle emergency situations
  • Valid NC driver’s license is required

Physical Requirements

Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, standing, walking, reaching, grasping, fingering, talking, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, hearing, and repetitive motions. Must be able to push/pull 100 pounds carts and lift boxes weighing up to 25 pounds. Must be able to carry 20 pounds up two flights of stairs.

Must possess the visual acuity to maintain records, read book spines, count monies, and operate a computer.

Work is performed indoors and outdoors with some programming held off site. Almost all tasks involve continuous standing. May encounter situations that involve behavioral issues. Varied work hours, including weekends and evenings, which may change periodically.

Desirable Training and Experience

Graduation from high school required and a minimum of 18 years of age.

Salary : $15