Spartanburg County Public Libraries

POSTING DATE: November 5, 2024
JOB TITLE: Landrum Children’s Assistant , Grade 19
LOCATION: Landrum Library
DATE AVAILABLE: December 1, 2024
SALARY: $2,541 monthly (Includes generous benefits package)

HOURS: 40 hours per week

*This position works one weekend a month.

Week 1: Monday 11:00 AM-8:00 PM; Tuesday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM; Wednesday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM; Thursday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM; Friday OFF; Saturday 9:30 AM- 4:00 PM

Week 2: Monday 11:00 AM-8:00 PM; Tuesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM; Wednesday 9:00 AM- 6:00 PM; Thursday 9:00 AM- 6:00 PM; Friday 9:00 AM- 6:00 PM; Saturday OFF

(Note: Must be flexible to accommodate schedule changes may be asked to work other times)

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with children is required. Must complete pre-employment testing.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Plans, promotes and presentscreative and innovativeprogramsthat meet the needs of children,birth through age twelve,including story times,homeschool programs, and other special eventsand summer reading activities
Incorporatesthe EveryChild Ready to Read concepts into programs and environments for children ages 0-5
Prepares deposits and program contracts, requests purchase orders and tracks and submits program statistics
Actively engages the public duringcommunity outreachprogramsin the local area schools, day cares or special events
Responsible formaintaining an attractivechildren’s area in the libraryincluding collections,displays, signage andbulletin boards
Performs circulation duties including check out, check in, and processing of new materials
Participates in regular children’sservices committee meetings, online discussions,and book reviews
Provides superior customer service when assistingpatrons of all ageswith information requests, reader’s advisory questions, computers, digital devices,and other library equipment
Attends regular training related to children’s services andotherlibrary work
Supports supervisor directives and assumes responsibility of building and staff in supervisor’s absence
Remains aware of safety and securityat all times

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with children.
Comfortable and proficient using technology
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skillsthat display a positive attitude, cultural sensitivity,a sense of humor, and the ability to interface with people from all backgrounds and age groups
Exceptionalwritten and oral communication skills
Creative, flexible and organizedwith good time management skillsand attention to detail
Ability to take direction and work independently or in a team environment
Experience working with children from birth through age 12 with strong knowledge of children’s literature
Some supervisory experienceand ability to provide guidance and direction to patrons and staff
Valid driver’s licensewith the ability to drive to other libraries or community outreach

The library accepts applications with cover letter and resume when a job position is available. Drug Testing is a part of the library’s hiring process. If you require any accommodations in applying for any position, please do not hesitate to ask. The Spartanburg County Public Library is proud to be tobacco free.

151 South Church Street, Spartanburg, South Carolina 29306-3241, (864)596-3507, www.spartanburglibraries.org
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