Library Assistant – Youth & Family Services (part-time)

Position overview

The East Greenbush Community Library is seeking a friendly, creative, service-oriented Library Assistant (part-time) to join our Youth & Family Services team. This role supports daily operations in the Children’s and Teen Rooms and helps with readers’ advisory, collections, programs, and events for children, teens, and families.

Key responsibilities

• Assist patrons with library collections and services.
• Staff the Youth & Family Services desk, as assigned.
• Support the planning and delivery of in-library and outreach programs for children, teens, and families.
• Create and maintain engaging displays of library materials.
• Design posters and promotional materials using Canva (or similar tools).
• Help maintain a welcoming, safe, and comfortable environment for children, teens, and families.

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university; or
• Associate’s degree from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university, plus two (2) years of library experience.
• Experience working with children and teens.

Ideal candidate qualities

• Enjoy working with children, teens, and families.
• Contribute to a playful, creative, and inclusive environment.
• Interact with the public in a friendly, responsive, and professional manner.
• Have strong computer skills and be comfortable learning new technologies.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm for youth services and public library work.

Compensation

$22.21-$27.76 per hour. Placement within this range is based on relevant experience and the library’s step schedule.

Schedule and assignment

Preferred schedule:

• Mondays and Wednesdays: 4:00-8:00 p.m.
• Thursdays: 4:30-8:00 p.m.
• Alternating Saturdays: 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

We will be flexible for the right candidate.

Reports to

Head of Youth & Family Services

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Plan
• Paid sick leave
• Paid family leave
• Optional enrollment in the New York State Retirement System
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive, mission-driven team

How to apply

This is a civil service position. Appointments are provisional, and the successful candidate must take the required exam when available.

Submit the following:

• Civil Service application (leave Social Security number line blank)
• Resume
• Cover letter
• Three professional references

Email materials to: search@eglibrary.org

Or deliver in person (Attn: Amy McCarthy).

Applications are reviewed as they are received. The position will remain open until filled.

About the library

• The East Greenbush Community Library is a vibrant community hub where learning, creativity, and connection thrive. With a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we provide equitable access to resources in a welcoming environment.
• Serving more than 100,000 patrons each year, we circulate more than 250,000 items and host programs that engage more than 25,000 participants.
• The library has been recognized by the Times Union as the region’s Best Library (2nd place) for five consecutive years.

Accessibility

This posting is available in alternate formats upon request. If you need accommodations or an accessible version, please contact search@eglibrary.org.