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Cecil County Public Library

<div>GENERAL SUMMARY:
Under direct supervision of the Mobile Outreach Supervisor, the Library Associate II provides information services and reader&rsquo;s advisory to children and families, focusing on early childhood, elementary, and tweens; develops and conducts library and reading related programs for children outside of library branches via the Bookmobile and other library outreach vehicles. This position focuses on the development of outreach and programming promoting the relationships between organizations serving children and community neighborhoods.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
<ul><li>Develops and coordinates outreach programming and services to community neighborhoods and organizations serving children, including childcare centers, schools, and camps, for children age birth through fourteen.
</li><li>Develops and delivers StoryTime on the Go programming to children ages birth through five at childcare centers.</li><li>
Plans, schedules, and delivers reading-related programs for children and families ages birth through fourteen outside of library branches via Bookmobile and other library outreach vehicles.
</li><li>Initiate, develop, and maintain working relationships with community neighborhoods and organizations serving children and other related community leaders.
</li><li>Conduct book-talks and provides reader guidance and reference service to patrons of all ages.
</li><li>Monitors and maintains collections on Bookmobile and restocks materials as needed.
</li><li>Helps children and caregivers use computers and technology.
</li><li>Promotes library resources and programs.
</li><li>May lead book discussions and prepare age-related booklists.
</li><li>Stays informed and knowledgeable about trends in early childhood education and district news and shares information with staff.
</li><li>Serves as program liaison with community programs.
</li><li>Works with the Mobile Outreach Supervisor to assess outreach needs and coordinate outreach response to requests for service.
</li><li>Evaluates existing children&rsquo;s outreach programs in Cecil County and recommends possible new sites and services.
</li><li>Promotes library initiatives and programming
</li><li>May participate in other community-based outreach events, community celebrations, fundraisers, etc.
</li><li>Works with supervisors to develop and implement department goals within overall system goals.
</li><li>Upkeep and periodic cleaning of library vehicles, including taking vehicles to scheduled maintenance appointments as needed.
</li><li>Safely operate library vehicles and other job-related equipment.
</li><li>Maintains accurate service statistics.
</li><li>Other duties as assigned.
</li></ul>JOB STANDARDS:
<ul><li>Promotes and maintains a high standard of excellent customer service, both internal and external.
</li><li>Demonstrates ability to work with diverse populations.
</li><li>Models positive attitude towards library technology and change.
</li><li>Maintains courteous, friendly, and constructive relationships with all patrons and staff.
</li><li>Promotes and advocates a positive library image in the community.
</li><li>Maintains professional growth and awareness through training, self-directed learning, and other means to stay abreast of current and emerging trends in the community and in libraries.
</li><li>Performs job in keeping with the policies and procedures of the Cecil County Public Library.
</li></ul>CRITICAL SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
<ul><li>Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college.
</li><li>Within two years of appointment, each Library Associate shall have successfully completed Library Associates&rsquo; in-service training or nine credit hours of formal academic course work in library science. Such training may have been received prior to the date of appointment. Training provided by CCPL off-site in Maryland.
</li><li>Two years&rsquo; working experience with children ages birth through five.
</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
</li><li>Excellent customer service skills.
</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
</li><li>Ability to maintain composure and flexibility in a changing, public-facing environment.
</li><li>Excellent technology, computer, and personal device skills and experience, including various software packages.
</li><li>Knowledge of Windows operating system, internet resources, social media, and other technologies and how to use them effectively.
</li><li>Knowledge of a variety of types of electronic hardware devices for computing, listening, viewing, gaming and new technologies.
</li><li>Willingness and ability to acquire knowledge of library computer systems and applications.
</li><li>Ability to analyze and perform and or manage a wide variety of library projects.
</li><li>Strong knowledge of books, authors, current events.
</li><li>Ability to reach, bend and lift up to 35 lbs.
</li><li>Ability to push/pull rolling book cart.
</li><li>Valid driver&rsquo;s license and clean driving record.
</li></ul>WORKING CONDITIONS:
Works in normal heat and light conditions with the potential to work in extreme heat or wintry conditions outdoors. Some eye fatigue from working at computer terminals. Physical fatigue from repetitive lifting of books, moving and pushing carts, standing, walking, and driving. Some stress from constant public contact.
EQUIPMENT:
Outreach vehicles, personal computers, laptops, scanners, printers, photocopier, book carts, fax machine, telephone, security system.
FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT STATUS: Exempt
SCHEDULE: Full-Time. Regular schedule requires evening, daytime and weekends.
NOTE: Certain conditions, e.g., economic constraints or staffing patterns, may necessitate a change in job description.
EOE CREATED 3/2026</div>

Library Associate II-Children's Outreach Services

<div>GENERAL SUMMARY:
Under the direct supervision of the Customer Service/Circulation Supervisor, the Library Assistant performs a variety of library circulation operations in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment. Provides caring, non-judgmental customer service to all.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:<ul><li>
Utilizes the library&rsquo;s circulation database to search for, check out, place holds, and discharge materials for library patrons.</li><li>
Registers patrons for new library cards.</li><li>
Accurately enters data and updates patron records.</li><li>
Calculates and receives fines and fees.</li><li>
Proactively greets and welcomes patrons to the library.
</li><li>Carries out and explains circulation policies and procedures to customers. Resolves problems and concerns in a positive manner which promotes and reflects exceptional customer service practices.</li><li>
Actively promotes library services and programs to the community.</li><li>
Recommends and reviews books and other library materials through various media outlets, including the CCPL website.
</li><li>Responds to patron questions by phone and in person.</li><li>
Empties book drops.</li><li>
Processes and sorts incoming and outgoing deliveries.</li><li>
Shelves materials and keeps shelves in order.</li><li>
Responsible for interacting with outside organizations throughout the meeting room reservation process. Ensures prompt access to the meeting room and provides basic assistance to the organizer.</li><li>
Assists customers with photocopying, printing, and self-check machines.</li><li>
Presents and promotes a positive image of library and staff.</li><li>
Contributes to staff morale by projecting a positive attitude.</li><li>
Maintains facility and reports problems to appropriate staff.</li><li>
May participate in system-wide committees.</li><li>
Responsible for additional circulation processes.</li><li>
Performs other job related tasks as needed.</li></ul>
JOB STANDARDS:<ul><li>
Promotes and maintains a high standard of excellent customer service, both internal and external.
</li><li>Demonstrates ability to work with diverse populations.
</li><li>Models positive attitude towards library technology and change.
</li><li>Maintains courteous, friendly, and constructive relationships with all patrons and staff.
</li><li>Promotes and advocates a positive library image in the community.
</li><li>Maintains professional growth and awareness through training, self-directed learning and other means to stay abreast of current and emerging trends in the community and in libraries.
</li><li>Performs job in keeping with the policies and procedures of the Cecil County Public Library.
</li></ul>CRITICAL SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:<ul><li>
Graduation from an accredited high school or G.E.D.</li><li>
Strong verbal communications skills.</li><li>
Strong customer service skills and the ability to effectively and creatively solve problems.</li><li>
Good knowledge of personal computers and printing.</li><li>
Good knowledge of Windows operating system.</li><li>
Willingness and ability to learn advanced library computer applications.</li><li>
Ability to follow directions, remain organized, and pay attention to detail.</li><li>
Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.</li><li>
Ability to reach, bend, and lift up to 35 lbs.</li><li>
Ability to push/pull depressible book truck weighing up to 245 lbs full and move books individually from book trucks to shelves.</li><li>
Ability to travel between branches, if necessary.</li></ul>
EQUIPMENT:
Computer, scanner, printers, photocopier, fax, book carts, cash register, RFID pad.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Works in normal heat and light conditions with some exposure to seasonal draft conditions. Some eye fatigue from working at computer terminals; physical fatigue from working at counter height (33-39&rdquo;) work surface and from repetitive lifting of books and pushing carts. Some stress from constant public contact.
FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT STATUS: Non-Exempt
SCHEDULE: Part-Time, 25 hours per week. Regular schedule requires evenings and weekends.
NOTE: Certain conditions, e.g. economic constraints, staffing patterns, may necessitate change in job description.
EOE Revised 11/2021</div>

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