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Part-Time Library Clerk, Kent Public Library
Kent Public Library seeks a Part-Time Library Clerk for 10 to 17 hours a week. Pay will be $14.50 to $15.00 per hour. Must have a high school degree, be experienced with computers, courteous, service oriented and able to work with the public at a busy circulation desk. Previous library experience preferred. Please send resume to cdonick@kentlibrary.org, and mention “clerk" in subject line.
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Library Adult and Teenage Program Coordinator, Town of Esopus Library
Pay type & rate: Hourly, $22.60
Benefit eligibility: Eligible
Part time, 30 hours a week
Position close date: Open until position filled.
The Town of Esopus Library, located in Port Ewen, is looking for a creative and motivated person with event production experience as well as library experience to act as an Adult and Teen Programming Coordinator. This person will plan and implement programs that further the library’s long-range goals, respond to stated needs from library patrons, and enhance the Library’s partnership activities with other community agencies and groups. The library offers a large community room, materials storage space, Teen room, yard space, garden, fishpond and a second floor porch that overlooks the Hudson River as programming spaces.
The Adult and Teen Programming Coordinator is primarily responsible for planning, marketing, conducting, and facilitating programs for patrons ages 13 – up. The Adult and Teen Program Coordinator would also be responsible for collection development of Adult and YA materials, including books, audiobooks, movies, and e-content.
Adult Programming: This staff member would be required to coordinate adult events / workshop series and oversee the ongoing, daily adult programs. Programs include, but are not limited to, book talks, art and craft classes, history lectures, music, dancing, and exercise groups.
Teen Programming: This person would initiate a Teen Volunteer program with the long term expectation of creating a positive Teen experience which would engender additional Teen events. Collaboration with the Children’s Programmer will be essential to this position.
The work schedule will be adjusted in order to fulfill all responsibilities of the job. Most hours will be afternoon and evening hours. Saturdays and one evening a week are required hours.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Oversee and supervise ongoing programs while introducing new programs and special events that respond to customer and community demand.
- Research, make contact and negotiate with potential program presenters and performers.
- Perform outreach to schools and other organizations that require teen volunteer hours.
- Collaborate with Children’s Programmer to create fun and educational Summer Reading Program incentives and opportunities.
- Set up and clean-up program space, introduce and assist presenter(s), and ensure that both the presenter and customers have a pleasant experience.
- Promote programs via social media, e-newsletter, websites, email, fliers, and off site visits to community groups.
- Keep detailed records pertaining to agreements with presenters and performers. Assess programs by keeping records of attendance which are reported to the Director, monthly.
- Maintain programming budget, keeping a record of all expenditures and other receipts for all necessary materials for programs.
- Processes patron requests for library materials or information using Sierra, an online database.
- Speak to community groups as requested.
This person must be able to:
- Independently plan, organize and coordinate programs.
- Establish and maintain a positive working relationship with a diverse community of customers and library staff.
- Communicate effectively in both oral and written form with customers and staff and have excellent public speaking abilities.
- Engage community partners, customers and staff in the promotion of library programs.
- Exhibit flexibility and a willingness to work in a dynamic, busy, and changing environment.
- Work a flexible schedule that includes day, night and weekend hours.
- Learn and adapt to new and changing technologies.
- Utilize online databases, software for creating promotional material, social media, and Microsoft Office programs.
This is a Civil Service position.
Education Experience requirements:
A Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Library Science, English or Communications or closely related field and one year of experience in a library setting or performing duties related to the oversight, coordination and administration of programs for adults and / or teenagers.
OR: An Associates Degree in Education, Library Science, English or Communications or closely related field and 3 years of experience in a library setting or performing duties related to the oversight, coordination and administration of programs for adults and / or teenagers.
OR: Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and 5 years of experience in a library setting or performing duties related to the oversight, coordination, and administration of programs for adults and / or teenagers.
OR: An equivalent combination of training and experience as indicated above.
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Part Time Library Clerk, Howland Public Library (Multiple Openings)
Howland Public Library in Beacon is hiring! The library has multiple part-time openings for the position of Library Clerk. We are looking for responsible, friendly, team-orientated individuals, who can join our staff in providing outstanding customer service to the vibrant and diverse patrons of the Beacon City School District. Interpersonal and communication skills are vital for this position, as are attention to detail, patience, tact, and politeness, while still being able to uphold the rules of the library. Comfort with computers and technology is crucial.
Job Duties:
- Checks library materials in and out, places holds, and explains lending rules when needed
- Calculates and collects fees, makes change, and issues receipts
- Creates and updates patron records
- Assists patrons on the telephone and routes calls properly
- Performs shelving, hold retrieval, shelf reading, and general stack maintenance
- Assists patrons with copiers, faxes, computers, and the self-print kiosk
- Participates in rotation at the technology help desk
- Provides assistance with patron questions, particularly using the catalog and locating books in the library
- May assist Technical Services department in sorting, inspecting, or processing materials
- Participates in continuing education as assigned
- Does related work as required
- Flexibility is a plus. Possibility of adding more hours when shift coverage is needed or during special events, if desired
Pay: $15.00/hr, paid on a bi-weekly pay period
Benefits: Paid holiday and bereavement time. Staff scheduled for 12 hours or more per week are entitled to sick time and vacation. All staff members receive an Employee Assistance Program at no cost.
Howland Public Library participates in the New York State and Local Retirement System.
Civil Service minimum qualifications: Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma. Clerical work experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis in lieu of a high school diploma up to a maximum of two years. Special requirement: Candidates must indicate ability to type, i.e., courses in typing or typing work experience.
Preferred qualifications: Customer service experience or experience in a library setting.
All available shifts are under 20 hours per week. Weekend or evening hours are required. This position involves standing for extended periods of time and lifting materials and packages that can weigh up to 25lbs.
If you would like to apply, please send a cover letter and resume along with your schedule availability to Director Kristen Salierno at director@beaconlibrary.org by May 22, 2023.
MHLS recommends that the minimum starting salary of a full or part-time librarian with an MLS degree be at least equal to that of a teacher with a master’s degree in the same community.
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