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Town of Fairfield

PT LIBRARY ASSISTANT -Teen Department

Pay: $18.50/hr

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Fairfield, CT (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 10/3/2026

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What they do

A Library Assistant or Technician assists librarians with organizing materials and helping patrons. Works in a public library, school library, or specialized medical, business or law library. May assist with technology resources in the library.

$41,381 / year median in Connecticut

+1% projected growth

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Job Description

Effectively assists with Teen Services in our down UNDER after school program (Fairfield Woods Branch Library) and other teen programming. As a member of the Teens Services Team, provide friendly, enthusiastic teen patron service Assists in operation of the downUNDER after school teen program and carries out various tasks including registering participants for program, assisting with hands-on crafts and STEM activities, engaging participants in conversation, and encouraging participation in various activities. Proactively engage with teens to promote library activities and a positive library experience. Responds professionally to simultaneous demands in very busy library environment Represents Fairfield Public Library in a positive and professional manner Performs other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must enjoy working with grades 6-12. Ability to perform in a courteous and professional manner at all times with excellent customer service skills Display an interest in and knowledge of teen culture and interests. Ability to use good judgement and discretion interacting with staff and the public

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Highly motivated junior or senior high school students may be considered. All candidates must be at least 16 years old.

SCHEDULE

Hours fluctuate based on operational and seasonal needs; must have availability to work 2:00-5:00 PM or 2:30-5:00 PM weekdays during the school year.

PAY RANGE

$18.50 per hour

AFFILIATION

Non-Bargaining Unit, Part-Time position; up to 19.5 hours or less

THE TOWN OF FAIRFIELD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Town of Fairfield to ensure equal employment opportunity for all employees and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or physical and mental disability.