Full-Time
Washingtonville NY
Posted 4 weeks ago
FT Teen Room Information Specialist
$19.00/hour (for paraprofessional) – $22.00/hour (for individual w/ MLIS degree)
Hours: Monday-Thursday 1-8pm; Friday 11-6pm; May include some weekend hours
The Moffat Library of Washingtonville, a public library located in the village of Washingtonville in Orange County, New York and serving a population of 24,000 residents, is seeking a dependable person to work in our active Teen department at our recently renovated historic landmark building.
Duties include:
- Maintaining a calm library environment within the Room, which is used by students in 6th-12th grades
- Assisting teens and parents in use of resources in the Teen Room including book selection, researching information, computer usage
- Assisting Youth Services Head with purchasing and collection development of teen collections
- Assisting Youth Services Head with developing and leading teen programs
Qualifications:
- Experience supervising and working with teens
- Good knowledge of teen literature, teen development, & programming
- Bachelor’s degree
- Library or school experience/degree preferred
- Students currently studying for their Masters in Library & Information Science or Teaching degrees are encouraged to apply
- Must be reachable on the OC Civil Service list of eligibles by time of appointment
Benefits:
- NYS Retirement System
- Health Insurance
- Paid Time off
Submit cover letter & resume to Carol McCrossen, Director @: cmccrossen@rcls.org with “Teen Room Specialist Position” noted in subject line by August 8, 2022.