Maxfield Public Library is seeking a part-time Youth Services Assistant to work 10-14 scheduled hours per week. The Youth Services Assistant is responsible for assisting the Youth Services Librarian with children’s events such as storytime, music and movement, and larger family events. They are also responsible for helping to shelve books, prepare crafts, and create bulletin boards.
Responsibilities:
Checks materials in and out
Facilitates Storytime and/or Music and Movement when the Youth Services Librarian is out
Prepares crafts
Creates bulletin boards
Assists the youth services librarian with larger events
Assists patrons with answering questions and locating and obtaining materials
Assists patrons with copying, faxing, scanning, and other tech services
Answers telephone at circulation desk
Organizes books for shelving
Shelves materials
Straightens, cleans, and reads shelves
Collects money for fines and fees
Assists as needed with general operation of library services and programs
Other related duties as assigned
Minimum requirements (training, skills, education, experience):
At least 2 years of experience working with the public, preferably in a library setting
Experience working with children. Experience with children under five is preferred
Ability to multi-task
Knowledge of library services, practices, and procedures preferred
Ability and desire to serve and communicate effectively with the public
Basic knowledge of computers and technology
A bachelor’s degree or library experience is preferred but not required
Hiring Wage Range:
$19.14/hr
Other Considerations/Requirements:
Wednesday 10-3 and Thursday 10-3. At least one Saturday (10-2) per month is required.
How to submit an application/resume:
Please email a resume and cover letter to Library Director, Kersten Matera at director@maxfieldlibrary.org
URL (Link) to online job description/application):
https://maxfieldlibrary.org/job-opportunities/
Closing date for submissions:
4/3/2026
Responsibilities:
Checks materials in and out
Facilitates Storytime and/or Music and Movement when the Youth Services Librarian is out
Prepares crafts
Creates bulletin boards
Assists the youth services librarian with larger events
Assists patrons with answering questions and locating and obtaining materials
Assists patrons with copying, faxing, scanning, and other tech services
Answers telephone at circulation desk
Organizes books for shelving
Shelves materials
Straightens, cleans, and reads shelves
Collects money for fines and fees
Assists as needed with general operation of library services and programs
Other related duties as assigned
Minimum requirements (training, skills, education, experience):
At least 2 years of experience working with the public, preferably in a library setting
Experience working with children. Experience with children under five is preferred
Ability to multi-task
Knowledge of library services, practices, and procedures preferred
Ability and desire to serve and communicate effectively with the public
Basic knowledge of computers and technology
A bachelor’s degree or library experience is preferred but not required
Hiring Wage Range:
$19.14/hr
Other Considerations/Requirements:
Wednesday 10-3 and Thursday 10-3. At least one Saturday (10-2) per month is required.
How to submit an application/resume:
Please email a resume and cover letter to Library Director, Kersten Matera at director@maxfieldlibrary.org
URL (Link) to online job description/application):
https://maxfieldlibrary.org/job-opportunities/
Closing date for submissions:
4/3/2026
