Library Assistant – Youth Services

Location Name: Brockway Memorial Library, Miami Shores Village

County: Miami-Dade

Region: Southeast Florida

Address: 10021 NE 2nd AvenueCity: Miami ShoresZipcode: 33138

ALA accredited Masters required: No

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Youth Services Librarian, provides library services and programming to children and young adults and those that work with young children by assisting patrons in finding materials for recreation and information; may perform other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

·        Provides direct assistance to patrons by providing basic information regarding use of library materials, equipment and services

·        Assists in managing youth collection development and collection maintenance;

·        Provides reference, computer and reader’s advisory services to children and young adults

·        Assists and trains patrons in the use of the public access catalog, internet, and other library resources

·        Assists in the development, presentation and evaluation of youth library programs, and classes

·        May participate in the grant writing process to supplement library finds for special programs and exhibits

·        Accepts payments for fines, fees etc.

·        Assists in creating flyers, brochures, bulletin boards, and displays to promote and increase library usage, services, materials, programs and activities

·        May attend workshops and educational meetings relating to children and young adult services

·        Performs other duties as assigned

Education/Qualifications:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

·        Two years of experience in a public library or school setting

·        Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

·        Working knowledge of Village policies and procedures

·        Act as a representative of the Village to the Public

·        Ability to read, comprehend and interpret oral and written instructions

·        Ability to interpret a variety of instructions and solve practical problems

·        Ability to deal appropriately and effectively with the public

·        Ability to communicate clearly, tactfully, and effectively in both oral and written form Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

·        Ability to Bend

·        Capable of lifting/pushing up to 50 pounds

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices or meeting and training room, e.g., use of safe work place practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, and observance of fire and building safety regulations.

Multilingual Skills Required: No

Contact Person: Yamileth Slate-McCloud

Contact Email: [email protected]

Contact Phone: (305)795-2207

How to Apply / Instructions:

SALARY:       $16.00/hour

To apply please submit resume to [email protected].  Resumes accepted through arch September 30, 2024.

Miami Shores Village is an Equal Opportunity Employer/AA/Drug Free Workplace.