POSITION: Library Programs Assistant
HOURS: Forty (32) hours per week. Evening hours and some Saturdays required.
SALARY: Annual salary is $21,994 to the end of a successful 6-month orientation period when it will increase to 2.5% to $22,543. Benefits include paid holidays, vacations, and sick leave; membership in the North Carolina Retirement System.
NATURE OF JOB: This position will be in charge of providing youth services to preteens and teens, creating and executing programs based on the needs of the community, and outreach to the community. Performs computer-based library tasks, general circulation and reference, understanding of a wide range of computer applications and internet use, shelving library materials, clerical duties, additional duties as assigned. Work is performed under the direction of the Branch Library Manager.
START DATE: Immediately
TRAINING/EXPERIENCE: Required: Associate’s Degree; excellent computer skills, including Internet searches, experience with productivity software, familiarity with mobile electronic devices and social media; 2 years experience working with the public; 2 years planning and executing programs; 1 year supervisory experience; or, any combination of training and experience providing the required skills and knowledge. Must be a team-player, have outstanding customer service and managerial skills, enjoy working with the public, and be detail-oriented. Must be able to multitask, lift 30 lbs, and stand for extended periods of time. Preferred: 4-year bachelor’s degree.
CONTACT: Send any questions to Rana Southern, Branch Library Manager, Mount Airy Public Library; rsouthern@nullnwrl.org; 336-789-5108 or Joan Sherif, Director, Northwestern Regional Library, jsherif@nullnwrl.org; 336-835-4894. You may apply online at https://nwrlibrary.org/job-openings Li