Temporary Summer Reading Assistant $12.97 per hour Part Time

Description:

Temporary part time assistant for children’s, teen, and adult summer reading programs.

Positions available in Covington, Mandeville, and Slidell.

Begins May 11, 2026. Ends July 18, 2026.

Duties include:

• Registering children, teens, and adults for the Summer Reading Challenge (SRC).
• Administering certificates and prizes at completion of SRC.
• Assisting with management of teen volunteers.
• Assisting with craft materials preparation.
• Assisting with all aspects of programming, including preparation, introductions, facilitation, wrap up, and crowd control.
• Assisting patrons with finding books. Training will be provided.
• Shelving books. Training will be provided.
• Performs other duties and assignments as designated by Management.

Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily in a library environment while sitting at a desk or computer terminal or while standing at a counter for extended periods of time.

Requirements:

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability

• Must have pleasant and professional demeanor when using telephone and email correspondence.
• Must have an interest in and aptitude for working with the public, especially children and teens.
• Must have the ability to multitask, to be flexible, and to work independently.
• Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, Google Docs, Sheets, and Drive, email apps, Zoom, and social networking apps or aptitude to learn computer applications. Training will be provided.
• Must be able to assist the public with filling out online forms.
• Must be able to use a photocopy machine, paper cutter, and laminator.
• Must have reliable transportation and ability to drive to multiple locations during work day for some positions.
• Must have artistic and craft skills.
• Must be able to start the week of May 11.

Minimum Education, Experience, and Training

• High school diploma
• Must have a valid Louisiana driver’s license
• Prior work experience assisting the public is a plus
• Prior work experience working with children and teens is a plus

Physical Requirements

• Must have the ability to lift at least 25 pounds, push, bend, and reach as needed
• Must have the physical stamina to stand for long time periods