Library Youth Services Clerk

JOB OPENING CITY OF FARMINGTON JOB POSITION #163:
Library Youth Services Clerk NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 4-6 DEPARTMENT:
Library

WORK LOCATION:

Farmington Public Library HIRING WAGE: $12.50/hour TYPE OF POSITION:
Temporary, Part-Time DAYS WORKED:
Varies HOURS WORKED:
Varies APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL:
Open Until Filled JOB DUTIES ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Supervised by the Youth Services Coordinator. Work is performed under the direction of the Youth Services Coordinator, Youth Services Librarian, or as determined by the Youth Services Coordinator.

Supervision of other employees is not a responsibility of this position.

This position requires maintaining high levels of energy and enthusiasm throughout the workday while interacting with children, teenagers, and adult patrons. You will spend significant time on your feet conducting dynamic activities such as story times, games, science projects, and crafts. The role requires maintaining enthusiasm and physical stamina while engaging with young patrons and families in an active library environment. Some artistic, theater, and/or public speaking experience is preferred.

Provides enthusiastic, courteous and respectful assistance to the public in person and over the phone. Greets patrons, locates and provides information, instructs patrons in the use of library catalogs, assists with locating materials, refers inquiries to appropriate personnel, and promotes library programs. Performs duties requiring acute sensory awareness, including the ability to clearly hear and respond to patron inquiries in both quiet and noisy environments.

Must possess sufficient visual acuity to read small text, such as the text on book spines. Creates a welcoming atmosphere by actively interacting with patrons of all ages throughout each workday.

Plans, prepares, and delivers engaging library programs while contributing to the development of new offerings. Handles all aspects of program logistics including gathering supplies, arranging furniture, setting up tables, and returning spaces to their original condition after events. Programs may take place indoors or outdoors in all types of weather. This role involves minimal sitting, as you will be actively moving throughout programs.

Plans, sets up and refreshes engaging book displays throughout the youth services department. Requires the physical ability to transport numerous books at once and maneuver fully-loaded book carts across substantial distances within the library.

Assists in the setup, serving, and cleanup of food-related events. Must be able to work in environments where exposure to common allergens (e.g., peanuts, dairy, gluten) may occur.

Creates a welcoming atmosphere by actively interacting with patrons of all ages throughout each workday.

Collects and tracks program attendance statistics and other library statistics.

Sets up various audio/visual technology and equipment, ensuring smooth operation of library events and programs.

Prepares and organizes materials needed for programs such as books, craft materials, or supplies for activities.

Maintains the neat and orderly appearance of the Youth Services desk, displays, shared work spaces, and the library.

Assists in planning, executing, and closing projects to improve the youth services department.

Participates in and attends staff meetings, trainings, daily shows, programs, and other projects of the library as required and/or assigned.

Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.

Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, and the public.

Must be a team player with excellent customer service and time management skills.

Attendance is an essential function of this position. Must be available to work varied work schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Compliance with procedures, policies, guidelines, rules, and regulations of the Youth Services department, Farmington Public Library, and the City of Farmington is crucial.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

This position is subject to the City's Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Program. This includes pre-employment testing, post-accident testing, reasonable suspicion testing, return-to-duty testing, and follow-up testing.

Background check is required.

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