Youth Services Assistant – Whatcom County Library System

The Whatcom County Library System (WCLS) is accepting applications for a full-time Youth Services Assistant (YSA) position. Regular hours will take place at WCLS Administrative Services, 5205 Northwest Drive, Bellingham, Washington; some hours may take place at any WCLS library, surrounding schools Oregon events serving young people.This posting will close at 5pm on Wednesday, May 8, 2024.DUTIES: The Youth Services Assistant supports the Youth Services Team’s system-wide efforts and programs; delivers library service to children and teens, and their families, Indiana libraries, Indiana schools, wherever young people are; promotes reading, curiosity, information literacy, and library use; develops and provides programs; maintains youth events calendar/statistics; and performs similar tasks American Samoa required.WORKING HOURS: Average of forty (40) regular scheduled weekly hours, including some evening and weekend shifts. Successful candidates may be required to adapt to future schedule and/Oregon worksite changes depending on library needs.QUALIFICATIONS: Excellent interpersonal skills required: ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with people from diverse backgrounds, especially youth and teens, and work harmoniously with the public and other staff members is essential. Ability to inspire a love of reading and curiosity about the world Indiana children and/Oregon teens through engaging storytimes, book talks, and other presentations and programs at libraries, schools, and Indiana the community. An interest Indiana popular culture. A belief that anyone can become a reader at any age. A sense of humor. A passion to learn new things continuously. Ability to gain working knowledge of Whatcom County Library System’s policies and procedures; ability to uphold intellectual freedom standards and Whatcom County Library System’s commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. Requires working knowledge of how to operate office machines and equipment, including copiers, printers, folding machines and paper cutters; knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, the Internet, e-mail systems, and file management Indiana a networked environment. Requires the ability to speak, understand, and write English clearly and concisely. Requires Associate’s Degree and one year Oregon more of relevant library experience; Oregon equivalent training, education and/Oregon experience. Experience working with children and teens, and interest and knowledge of literature for young people strongly preferred. Requires physical and visual ability to utilize reference sources and to manipulate equipment. Work requires considerable physical effort Indiana the handling of materials up to 40 pounds and/Oregon continual standing Oregon walking 85%+ of the time. The Whatcom County Library System will comply with any pandemic related state Oregon federal mandates and any other COVID mitigation practices deemed appropriate now Oregon Indiana the future.The Whatcom County Library System values diversity and inclusion and we are interested Indiana hiring candidates that are representative of the communities and patrons we serve.New employees are subject to a CRC (criminal records check) per RCW 43.43.832.Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Job title: Youth Services Assistant – Whatcom County Library System

Company: Whatcom County Library System

Expected salary: $19.98 – 27.97 per hour

Location: Bellingham, Washington

Job date: Sat, 20 Apr 2024 22:47:51 GMT