[Michlib-l] Employment Opportunity - Tiffin-Seneca PL, OH - PT Youth Services Assistant

[Janelle Thomas]

*A Part-Time Opportunity to Make a Difference in Kids’ Lives—at the Library*
*ABOUT THE JOB*
Tiffin-Seneca Public Library is looking for a dedicated and skillful
individual to join our team on a part-time basis. As a Youth Services
Assistant, you will help kids develop a love of reading and using the
library. Your focus will be Pre-K children through Early Elementary
students. You will plan, implement, and evaluate programs and activities
geared to the needs of these children and their families and perform
outreach initiatives within the community.

*ABOUT US*
At Tiffin-Seneca Public Library, you will be part of a team focused on
providing the community with access to diverse materials, inspiring spaces,
useful tech, and quality programs and experiences that enhance lives,
stimulate minds, and build a lifetime of great memories.

Part-time staff members enjoy an attractive package of benefits including
access to dental, and vision insurance at group rates, paid vacation and
sick time, eleven paid holidays each year, an employee assistance program,
professional development and training opportunities, and participation in
the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).


*TO APPLY*Email your letter of interest, resume, and three professional
references to *jobs at tiffinsenecalibrary.org
<jobs at tiffinsenecalibrary.org>* with
“Youth Services Assistant Search #2” in the subject line or apply online
through Indeed.com. Candidates may also mail materials to the library at 77
Jefferson Street, Tiffin, OH 44883. We need to receive your materials on or
before Thursday, August 1 at 5:00 pm.

*No phone calls, please.*


*POSITION DESCRIPTION*

*Job Title:*
Youth Services Assistant
*Focus:*
Pre-K through Early Elementary
*Hours:*
Part-Time (24 hours per week)
*Classification:*
Non-exempt
*Department:*
Youth Services
*Reports To:*
Youth Services Manager
*Starting Rate:*
$14.00 / hour

*ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS*

   - Plans, implements, and evaluates educational and entertaining Story
   Times, Summer Reading Program events, library programs, and other
   activities for patrons ages 4-8. Special emphasis is placed on the
   attainment of early literacy skills.
   - Provides basic Reference and Readers’ Advisory services for all
   patrons using the Junior Library.
   - Assists patrons with use of library materials, computers, and
   equipment.
   - Participates in maintenance of the Junior Library space, collections,
   exhibits, and displays.
   - Conducts Youth Services outreach activities as assigned.
   - Attends relevant training opportunities, webinars, and workshops.
   - Resolves incidents, problems, concerns, and conflicts according to
   library policies and procedures.
   - Maintains regular and predictable on-site attendance.

*REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES*

   - Knowledge of children’s developmental, recreational and educational
   needs.
   - Basic knowledge of library organization and finding information and
   materials in the collection.
   - Technology skills sufficient effectively operate a computer, perform
   online tasks and searches, utilize Microsoft Office productivity software,
   and learn library-specific software.
   - Genuine interest in assisting children and their caregivers.
   - Ability to maintain an atmosphere that is positive, fun, and
   encouraging.
   - Ability to speak and perform in front of groups of Youth Services
   patrons and parents.
   - Creativity, organization, and the ability to use time well.

*SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES*

   - None

*PHYSICAL DEMANDS*

   - Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
   - Ability to use a computer and operate standard office equipment.
   - Ability to lift and move up to fifty (50) pounds and push loaded book
   carts (approximately 200 pounds).
   - Ability to reaching, bend, climb, and squat.

*Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform essential functions of this job.*

*SCHEDULE*
24 hours per week, typically scheduled as three (3) eight-hour workdays,
including at least one evening shift. You will be part of a weekend
rotation. Occasional schedule variations in support of meetings, staffing
needs, or library programs and events will occur.

*REQUIREMENTS*

   - Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university preferred
   - Criminal Background Check
   - Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

*Any individual who poses a direct threat to the health and safety of
themselves or others in the workplace will be deemed not qualified for this
position.*

*DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS*

   - Previous public library experience and/or experience working in a role
   focused on the developmental, educational, or social needs of children are
   highly desirable in a candidate for this position.


*Tiffin-Seneca Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All
Tiffin-Seneca Public Library staff are “At- Will” employees. This job
description is neither a contract nor an all-inclusive list of duties.*





*Janelle Thomas *(she/her/hers)* | *Executive Director *| *The Northwest
Regional Library System (NORWELD) *| *Phone: 419-352-2903 |
jthomas at norweld.org


*This message and any response to it may constitute a public record and
thus may be publicly available to anyone who requests it.*
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