Library Assistant - Children's Services, Medfield Public Library (Medfield)
Medfield, an idyllic suburb of Boston, has an immediate opening for a Children’s Library Assistant in a busy and thriving Children’s Department. We are seeking a friendly candidate who is passionate about children's literacy and is excited to join our collaborative team! This position will have a primary focus on providing excellent customer service to children and their caregivers while using the children’s area of the library. This position may also include planning and presenting engaging, interactive, and educational programming for children and caregivers, with an emphasis on babies, toddlers, and preschoolers.
The Children’s Library Assistant provides friendly and efficient service to patrons of all ages in the Children’s Department and collaborates with the Children’s Library team. The Children’s Library Assistant is responsible for maintaining and improving upon the efficiency and effectiveness of all areas under his/her/their direction and control. Performs all other related duties as required to include: recommend books, DVDs, and audiobooks to patrons as well as items from the Toys and Games collection; plan and present programs for children and caregivers, primarily for birth through preschool ages; oversee department in the absence of the Children’s Librarian; occasionally oversee the work of Library Pages and volunteers in a non-supervisory capacity.
This is an approximately 17 hour/week, non-benefited position. Hours will include all Sunday shifts, 12 – 5 pm, Labor Day – Memorial Day, with a Sunday differential, and a weekday schedule to be determined per candidate’s availability.
Applicants will be reviewed as cover letters and resumes are received.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have experience developing lesson plans in a school or a library setting. Background in services for children strongly preferred. Clerical or library clerical experience preferred. Shift or team leader experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Associate’s Degree preferred.
The ideal candidate will have the following:
· Ability to work with library customers and staff in a friendly, efficient manner
· Ability to listen and communicate effectively with children and caregivers
· Ability to perform routine clerical and record-keeping tasks repetitively and efficiently
· Ability to learn and use computerized library catalog systems and related equipment
· Ability to operate standard office equipment
· Ability to maintain reliable attendance and a regular schedule
· Excellent customer service skills
· Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as interpersonal and problem-solving skills
· Basic computer skills
· Experience or interest in children’s programming to include creative displays and crafts.
Full/Part Time
Part Time
Education
NA
Salary Range
$20.70 - $27.32 / year
Salary Notes
Available starting salary is $20.70 - $21.96 per hour DOQ with annual step increases and Sunday differential.
Closing Date
August 11, 2025
How to Apply
Please email resume and cover letter to Library Director, Pamela Gardner, at pgardner@minlib.net. Applications will be reviewed as cover letters and resumes are received. Interviews will be scheduled beginning August 4.
Posted
2025-07-17