Children's Services Associate

• Status: Temporary; Part-time; Hourly; Non-Exempt; Limited Benefits
• Hours: 19 hours per week; Requires some morning, afternoon, night, and weekend hours
• Hourly rate: $15.00 per hour
• Application Deadline: Open until filled

Athens Regional Library System is committed to our Vision: Engaging Communities and Exceeding Expectations, which we achieve through the everyday practice of our organizational values. It is through our values that we provide an atmosphere and work environment that is inclusive, supportive of our community, respectful, committed to excellence, and welcoming.

Position Summary:

The Children’s Services Associate (TEMP) provides direct customer service to library patrons, assisting with materials circulation, information needs, and readers’ advisory. This position works as part of the Circulation Team to provide front-line materials circulation services to patrons in the library and performs other routine, supportive duties. They also assist other departments with programs and staffing desks as needed. The ability to initiate, carry out, and resume work projects at any stage is essential, as is maintaining accuracy in financial transactions. The position reports to the Head of Circulation Services.

Training and Experience:

Required:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least one year of experience working or volunteering with children
• At least one year of experience working with the public
Preferred:
• College degree or college experience
• Public library experience
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) skills
A combination of education, training, and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position may also be considered.

Please see full job description for Children’s Services Associate.

Athens Regional Library System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the library may provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees to discuss potential necessary accommodations. The library is a drug-free workplace and may require drug testing according to established policy. Hiring is contingent upon verification of identity; United States employment eligibility authorization through E-Verify will be required. Due to the volume of applications, applicants may not receive a reply from the library unless the applicant is selected for an interview.

Submit a completed online ARLS job application including a resume and cover letter describing your qualifications for this position.