Title: Youth Services Department Aide (part-time)
Description: The Merrimack Public Library is looking for a positive team-player to work in our fast-paced Youth Services Department. The ideal candidate will have creative problem-solving skills and can be attentive to details while exhibiting a commitment to our library's mission. Duties include creating and leading innovative programs for children and teens in both an in-person and virtual environment; providing readers' advisory services and guidance in locating library materials; assisting patrons in the use of library computers and online services; attending outreach events Please refer to the full job description on the website.
Hours: Schedule of 15-20 hours/week includes morning and afternoon shifts, one evening each week and rotating weekends. While the library is operating under modified hours due to COVID-19, flexibility in scheduling is expected.
Qualifications: Candidate must be age 18 or older. HS diploma or equivalent required; some college preferred. Competency in computer use including Microsoft Office products and internet searching required; familiarity of social media preferred. Prior library experience and/or customer service experience preferred. Experience working with children and teens and/or knowledge of children's and teen literature preferred. Artistic and creative skills are also desirable. MLIS students are encouraged to apply.
Closing date: October 17, 2020 or until position is filled.
Salary: $12.00/hr
To Apply: Submit resumé, cover letter, a completed Merrimack Public Library Job Application form, and list of three professional references to Yvette Couser at ycouser@merrimacklibrary.org or via USPS to: Yvette Couser, Merrimack Public Library, 470 Daniel Webster Highway, Merrimack, NH 03054
