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Library Assistant – Youth & Family Services (Part-Time)

 

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POSITION OVERVIEW:
The East Greenbush Community Library is seeking a friendly, creative, and service-oriented Library Assistant (part-time) to join our dynamic Youth & Family Services team. This position supports the daily operations of the Children’s and Teen Rooms and assists with readers’ advisory, collections, programs, and events serving children, teens, and families in a welcoming suburban community with a strong commitment to education and inclusion.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assisting patrons in the use of the library’s collections and services
  • Staffing the Youth Services Department, as assigned
  • Supporting the planning, implementation, and delivery of in-library and outreach programs for children, teens, and families
  • Creating and maintaining engaging displays of library materials
  • Designing posters and promotional materials using Canva or similar tools
  • Helping maintain a welcoming, safe, and comfortable environment for children, young adults, and families

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

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

IDEAL CANDIDATE QUALITIES:
The ideal candidate will:

  • 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
  • Possess strong computer skills and comfort 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, following the library’s step schedule.

ASSIGNMENT: Preferred schedule is Mondays and Wednesdays 4-8pm, Thursdays 4:30-8pm, and alternating Saturdays 10am-2pm. 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 NYS Retirement System

• Professional development opportunities

• Supportive and mission-driven team

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: This is a civil service position; appointments are provisional; and the successful candidate must take the required exam when available. Civil Service applications are available in person at the library or online. Please submit your Civil Service application (leave social security line blank), resume, cover letter, and three professional references to search@eglibrary.org or deliver them in person (attn. Amy McCarthy). Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position will remain open until filled.

ABOUT US:
At the East Greenbush Community Library, we are dedicated to being a vibrant community hub where learning, creativity, and connection thrive. With a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we aim to inspire learning, imagination, collaboration, and compassion by providing our community with equitable access to resources in a welcoming environment. Serving over 100,000 patrons each year, we circulate more than 250,000 items and host programs that engage over 25,000 participants. Proudly recognized by the Times Union as the region’s Best Library (2nd place) for five consecutive years, we’re excited to grow our team with individuals who are passionate about making a meaningful impact.

SubjectEast Greenbush CardUHLS CardUHLS MyCard
Library Card RegistrationFree to any individual who resides or pays taxes in the East Greenbush Community Library taxing district or Town of Schodack. Cards expire and must be renewed every three years.

Free to any individual who volunteers or works at the EGRN Library. Cards expire and must be renewed yearly.

Free to partner educational agencies with verified employment. Cards expire and must be renewed yearly.

Those that live outside the UHLS area may purchase a temporary card at the price established by our Table of Fines and Fees. Cards expire and must be renewed yearly.

All ages eligible. Youth under age 16 must have their application completed and signed by a parent or guardian, who provides acceptable identification for them.

Card blocked at $5 or more in replacement costs or fines/fees

Fines vary according to individual library rules and UHLS resource sharing rules. The EGRN Table of Fines and Fees are applicable for items which are checked out from the East Greenbush Community Library

Free to residents residing in a community served by a UHLS library.

All ages eligible. Youth under age 16 must have their application completed and signed by a parent or guardian, who provides acceptable identification for them.

UHLS library cards expire and must be renewed every three years.

Card blocked at $5 or more in replacement costs or fines/fees

Fines vary according to individual library rules and UHLS resource sharing rules. The EGRN Table of Fines and Fees are applicable for items which are checked out from the East Greenbush Community Library

The UHLS MyCard is a fine-free, limited-access library card for youth. It is intended to address multiple barriers to serving youth and families, including:

  • Barriers to access related to fines (e.g. computer access, checking out materials)
  • Parents not present for a child’s library card registration
  • Previous fines on a child’s card

Free for youth residing in a community served by a UHLS library.Applicants 18 and under who are applying for a limited use, UHLS Youth Only MyCard, need to provide name, address, and date of birth.UHLS library cards expire and must be renewed every three years.Youth ages birth to 18 can register unaccompanied, or with the help of a caregiver or relative who is not the child’s parent/guardian.This card may be used at all UHLS Libraries except for the Colonie Town Library.

Card blocked at $10 or more in replacement costs.

No fines for late items

Limits on # of Materials BorrowedUnlimited checkoutsUnlimited checkoutsLimited total items: Can only have 3 items checked out on their card at a time
Types of ItemsAll eligible item types.All eligible item types except Museum Passes, ILL, and Hot off the Press. Active paid members of the Friends of the East Greenbush Community Library have access to all lending collections.Only items eligible to be borrowed are books (any age level), juvenile and young adult (teen) audiobooks, and juvenile and young adult (teen) DVDs.
Databases/Digital ContentEGRN and UHLS subscription databases and digital contentUHLS subscription databases and digital contentOnly items eligible to be borrowed are books (any age level), juvenile and young adult (teen) audiobooks, and juvenile and young adult (teen) DVDs.
Interlibrary LoanNationwideUHLS LibrariesUHLS Libraries
Program RegistrationUnlimited except by limited program capacityPreference given to resident cardholdersPreference given to resident cardholders