Children’s Services Assistant; Library Assistant II – Derby Neck Library – Derby, CT

Derby Neck Library is seeking an energetic, creative, and friendly Children’s Services Assistant to join its team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a passion for developing and supporting engaging programs for children and families, providing excellent customer service, and collaborating with a dynamic team of librarians across departments. The library’s current children’s programming focuses on art, music, storytime, and gaming. Derby Neck Library welcomes candidates who bring their own unique interests and perspectives to help meet the diverse needs of its vibrant community of young knowledge seekers, readers, and tinkerers.

This position requires substantial patron interaction, including circulation desk coverage and readers’ advisory. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential. Candidates with a demonstrated history of program and event development and promotion are strongly encouraged to apply. Experience with social media, newsletters, digital content creation, and graphic design software (e.g., Canva, Adobe Illustrator) is highly desirable.

Hours:Part-time 22-26 hours per week, including early evenings until 6:00pm and rotating Saturdays. If you cannot accommodate this schedule, please do not apply.

Compensation:Hourly rate of $17.50/hr; simple IRA retirement plan with employer-matching contributions up to 3%; sick and personal PTO; and tuition reimbursement.