Come join our team in beautiful Gilford providing excitement in engaging, nurturing and mentoring teens. We are a busy and active library, looking for an energetic customer-service oriented individual who will oversee services to young adults, provide computer support and technical assistance, assist in cataloging, and assist patrons of all ages with their needs in the library.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Manages daily operations of the Teen Room and Teen Areas.
• Works regularly assigned shifts at public service desks, mainly adult circulation.
• Develops and presents engaging and innovative programming to teens and young adults.
• Assists in answering and evaluating in-person requests for assistance from users. experiencing computer-related/device technology problems.
• Assist in selecting materials to develop collection that offers relevant resources.
• Works cooperatively with Children’s Librarians and other staff maintaining consistency.
• Cultivates and maintains relationships with the schools and other Town Departments related to teen activities.
• Pursues professional development opportunities.
Minimum requirements (training, skills, education, experience):
• Track record of excellent service to children and/or teens with strong communication skills.
• Commitment to STEM education and comfort using technology with patrons.
• A curious, life-long learner with a positive can-do attitude and ability to see a silver-lining in any situation.
• Patience in teaching others.
• Highly effective collaboration skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Flexibility and the ability to prioritize competing duties and responsibilities.
• Knowledge of current trends in public libraries and teen culture.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required. Willingness to pursue Masters in Information and Library Science.
Hours:
Full-time with regular evening and occasional weekend hours required.
Full benefits package.
Starting salary range
$18.39- $20.47/hr DOQ.
To apply, please send cover letter and resume to Katherine Dormody, Library Director Katherine@gilfordlibrary.org
URL (Link) to online job description/application):
https://piperlibraryfiles.com/ckfinder/connector?command=Proxy&lang=en&type=Gilford¤tFolder=%2F&hash=65b7b9a88d03ee45c0a38a3ef19876e8c0052ca9&fileName=Library%20Assistant%20II-%20help%20wanted.pdf
Closing date for submissions: 5/30/2025
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Manages daily operations of the Teen Room and Teen Areas.
• Works regularly assigned shifts at public service desks, mainly adult circulation.
• Develops and presents engaging and innovative programming to teens and young adults.
• Assists in answering and evaluating in-person requests for assistance from users. experiencing computer-related/device technology problems.
• Assist in selecting materials to develop collection that offers relevant resources.
• Works cooperatively with Children’s Librarians and other staff maintaining consistency.
• Cultivates and maintains relationships with the schools and other Town Departments related to teen activities.
• Pursues professional development opportunities.
Minimum requirements (training, skills, education, experience):
• Track record of excellent service to children and/or teens with strong communication skills.
• Commitment to STEM education and comfort using technology with patrons.
• A curious, life-long learner with a positive can-do attitude and ability to see a silver-lining in any situation.
• Patience in teaching others.
• Highly effective collaboration skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Flexibility and the ability to prioritize competing duties and responsibilities.
• Knowledge of current trends in public libraries and teen culture.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required. Willingness to pursue Masters in Information and Library Science.
Hours:
Full-time with regular evening and occasional weekend hours required.
Full benefits package.
Starting salary range
$18.39- $20.47/hr DOQ.
To apply, please send cover letter and resume to Katherine Dormody, Library Director Katherine@gilfordlibrary.org
URL (Link) to online job description/application):
https://piperlibraryfiles.com/ckfinder/connector?command=Proxy&lang=en&type=Gilford¤tFolder=%2F&hash=65b7b9a88d03ee45c0a38a3ef19876e8c0052ca9&fileName=Library%20Assistant%20II-%20help%20wanted.pdf
Closing date for submissions: 5/30/2025
