Children’s Support Staff Position

Join our team! We’re seeking a staff member to help continue the success of our food insecurity programs at Cambria County Library. Our programs combine nutritious snacks with creative learning and play. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children and be able to work collaboratively as a member of our well-loved Children’s Department. This part-time position will require 15-20 hours weekly. 

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: Children’s Support Staff

REPORTS TO: Children’s Supervisor

POSITION SUMMARY: Assist in programming preparation and implementation, operate Children’s Department circulation desk, and supports patrons and staff by following established policies and procedures of the Cambria County Library Children’s Department.

DUTIES:

• Assist in preparing materials, activities, and snacks for programs, including the afternoon feeding program.
• Assist in implementation and clean-up of programs, including the afternoon feeding program.
• Receive, shelve and, organize children’s collection materials.
• Serve patrons by helping to select and locate children’s materials.
• Operate Evergreen circulation software to check out computers for use by patrons.
• Answer department phone and any questions regarding children’s department operations.
• Perform opening and/or closing procedures to ensure the department is in order.
• Willingness to help in any other daily operations necessary to the successful running of the library.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Work experience with children
• Ability to communicate and work well with children, families, and library staff
• Strong computer skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Strength and movement requirements:

Considerable walking in the work area

Ability to sit for long periods of time

Ability to lift or move 30 pounds

Occasional crouching (bending of the knees)

Stooping (bending at the waist) and reaching

Manual / physical dexterity requirements:

Ability to manipulate a keyboard, mouse, and other computer input devices (ex. Barcode scanner)

Ability to manipulate data cables, cords, or connections

Ability to manipulate button and touch-screen operated equipment such as photocopier or telephone

Ability to manipulate a library cart

SALARY & BENEFITS

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $10.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

TO APPLY

Apply online at Indeed.com or Send your resume to campub@cclsys.org, ATTN: Director