Library Associate - Children's Section

The City of Friendswood is currently accepting applications for a part-time Library Associate, in the Library Department. This position will provide assistance to patrons from the juvenile desk during all open hours, assisting at circulation and reference as needed; identify and interpret user needs; assisting patrons in material selection and retrieval; assist in the provision of library programs and outreach to the community.

Work Performed:

• Provide reference and customer service in person, by phone, or electronic request from service desk
• Plan, create materials, and present storytimes onsite or in the community
• Assist the children's librarian by planning and running the Summer Reading Program's weekly storytimes, crafts, and special presentations; as well as additional special programs throughout the year.
• Fill in for the children's librarian as needed
• Teach young patrons skills needed for library research
• Review new material for content in juvenile area
• Conduct class and group tours
• Assist children's librarian with coordinating and booking performers for special programs
• Reads shelves to ensure proper order
• Supervise community service and other volunteers; organize and assign duties for teen volunteer program
• Performs other duties within areas of responsibility as assigned

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university, preferably in education
• Undergraduate courses in children's literature, and training in storytelling preferred
• 1-2 years of experience working in a library, with the public, and working with children (which may be substituted for years of education)

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Ability to work well in a team environment;
• Ability to work well with children
• Creativity
• Computer literate
• Valid Texas driver's license