Library Assistant - Story Teller

Highland is filling a Library Assistant position.

Are you a wizard with a storybook, a maestro of crafts, and a champion of customer smiles? Do you dream in Dewey Decimal and find joy in helping young minds explore new worlds? If so, Highland Library wants YOU to join our magical team as a Library Assistant!

What You'll Be Doing (and Loving!):

• Bringing Stories to Life: Get ready to dazzle audiences of all ages as you prepare and perform weekly library programs. Think animated storytelling, engaging book readings, and perhaps even a song or two (bonus points if you can hit those notes!).

• Crafting Adventures: Unleash your inner artist by preparing exciting and imaginative crafts for children ages 0-12. Glitter, glue, and giggles await!

• Library Whisperer: Help us keep our shelves looking spiffy and our collection in tip-top shape. You'll process materials, fix pesky data errors, and make sure everything is ready for eager readers.

• Customer Service Superstar: You're the friendly face (and voice!) of the library! You'll check materials in and out, issue new accounts, help patrons find their next favorite book, and guide them through our online resources with tact and a smile. Whether it's in person, over the phone, or by email, you'll be a beacon of helpfulness.

• Collection Curator (in training!): Share your brilliant ideas for new books and materials. You'll help us keep our collection fresh and exciting!

What You Bring to Our Story:

• A high school diploma and at least six months of customer service experience – you're a people person!

• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.

• Awesome verbal and written communication skills.

• A genuine love for working with children and young people.

• Familiarity with children's literature (you know your picture books from your chapter books!).

• A passion for animated storytelling and book reading.

• An interest in children's crafts.

• Bonus points if you can sing on pitch, and have experience with Cricut Design Space and Canva!

A Few Important Details:

• This is an in-person role where you'll be on your feet, moving around, and interacting with our wonderful patrons. You should be able to push and pull carts up to 200 pounds and lift boxes weighing up to 50 pounds.

• This position pays $15.45/hour via direct deposit.

• While this position doesn't include health, dental, or paid time off benefits, Highland City contributes 7.5% into a 401K defined benefit plan for your future!

Ready to turn the page to your next adventure? If you're enthusiastic, love books, and enjoy making a difference in the lives of children and families, we encourage you to apply! Come join us at Highland Library, where every day is a new chapter! We can't wait to welcome you to our team.

Highland city is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants must pass a pre-employment testing including but not limited to: Background check (18 years of age and older), Driving Record Review, Drug Screen, and Human Performance Evaluation.