Job Description & Posting Job Title:

Children's & Tween Services Library Assistant Date of posting: 9/2/2026 Job location: Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library 500 Market Street St. Joseph, MI 49085

Department:

Children's Services Reports to: Children's & Tween Services Supervisor Position details: PT Hourly - Non-exempt 20 Hours/week Starting pay: $16.53 Regularly scheduled work on public services desks, including evening and weekend shifts, assisting patrons of all ages. Tasks include, but are not limited to: Checking out library materials according to established procedures Register and maintaining borrower database information Collect and record fines and fees Answer and direct incoming calls Notify patrons of materials on hold Assist patrons with reference and reader's advisory inquiries Develops, implements, and executes programs of interest to children & tweens. Participates in collection development and assessment. Other duties as assigned.

Work Experience and Requirements:

One (1) year working with the public in some capacity; preference given to those with public library experience Must have experience and be comfortable working with children Works well with staff teams and the public Comfortable with technology Ability to communicate effectively & clearly Knowledge of and ability to apply library policies and procedures to various situations Applicants must agree to a background check

Education:

Bachelor's degree - any subject; will consider Associate's Degree, any subject, or 60 credit hours towards a degree

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$16.53 per hour Expected hours: 20.0 - 25.0 per week

Benefits:

Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Paid time off

Education:

Associate (Required)

Experience:

Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person