What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Associate - Children's Services position at New Britain Public Library?
Title: Library Associate, Children's
Full-time, 37.5 hour per week position, requiring alternating Fridays and Saturdays and one evening per week.
Position Summary:
Responsible for in-library and outreach programs and providing reference and reader's advisory services. Participates in library materials selection and collection maintenance.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Plans and implements programs and class/group visits as assigned for children ages preschool through 5th grade, and for adults who work with children
- Provides reference and reader's advisory services as scheduled
- Participates in library materials selection and collection maintenance. Recommends and orders materials assigned by department manager
- Researches and compiles annotated booklists or other devices for encouraging reading and the dissemination of information, including the library's website
- Participates in departmental, institutional, and regional meetings as assigned
- Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- A minimum of two years' experience in a public library (Children's Services preferred) or two or more years of experience working directly with children and families
- Proficiency in Spanish required
Knowledge, Skill & Ability
- Demonstrated ability to work with children
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to interact with a wide variety of people
- Considerable knowledge of children's literature and child development
- Computer literacy
Physical Requirements
Requires valid CT driver's license and ability to conduct community outreach programs.
The New Britain Public Library is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees.
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