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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72"><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><b>Franklin-Springboro Public Library<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>Children’s Library Associate - Full-time (37.5 hrs./week), Non-Exempt<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>DATE OF POSTING<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal>November 29, 2023<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>LOCATION<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal>Springboro Branch, 125 Park Lane, Springboro, Ohio 45066<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>SCHEDULE<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal>The Library operates seven (7) days a week and requires staff members to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><o:p> </o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>POSITION SUMMARY<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal>The Children’s Library Associate assists the Children’s Service Coordinator in creating, implementing, and presenting programs and services (virtual and in-person) for children ages 6 months – 12 years. The Associate will also support child-related programs and services for parents, caregivers, and teachers, as well as providing customer service and performing a variety of tasks related to assisting patrons. The Associate will make item suggestions, perform reference services, provide technology assistance, and perform collection maintenance. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS<o:p></o:p></b></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoListParagraph style='margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'>Bachelor’s degree desirable. Experience working with children preferred. <o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraph style='margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'>Exhibit creativity in the creation and development of programming and storytelling techniques. <o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraph style='margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'>Strong background in children’s literature and a functional understanding of children’s behaviors. <o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraph style='margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'>Demonstrate a high degree of comfort with technology and the ability to learn and apply new skills, including familiarity with iPads, downloadable materials, and website editing. <o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraph style='margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'>Uses creativity and resources to find craft ideas. Orders, creates, and assembles supplies for craft kits and programs. <o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraph style='margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'>Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to speak before groups of students, parents, and teachers in order to promote the library. <o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraph style='margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'>Works closely with the Children’s Services Coordinator to implement programs at both the Franklin and Springboro libraries. <o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraph style='margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'>Assists patrons of all ages with the task of finding appropriate materials in the juvenile collection. <o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraph style='margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'>Helps identify, evaluate, and select materials for the children’s collection that meets the educational, informational, intellectual, and recreational needs of the library’s juvenile patrons. <o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraph style='margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'>Provide excellent customer service to search and locate requested materials, check materials in and out, process holds, register patrons, collect fees, and answer reference questions. <o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraph style='margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'>Provide prompt, accurate assistance for patrons utilizing library resources and services including the catalog, website, digital library, and e-resources. <o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraph style='margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'>Maintain familiarity and assist patrons with various technologies including phones, computers, tablets, printers (wireless printing), and copiers (faxing, scanning, and copying). <o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraph style='margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'>Maintain composure and emotional balance while dealing with the public and co-workers. <o:p></o:p></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>BENEFITS<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal>This is a full-time non-exempt position. The salary range is $15.00 - $16.00 an hour dependent on qualifications. Benefits include sick and vacation leave, health, dental, vision, and life insurance and membership in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System. Interested persons should complete an application form available at either FSPL location or at <a href="http://www.fspl.org/content/employment-opportunities">www.fspl.org/content/employment-opportunities</a>. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The Franklin-Springboro Public Library is an equal opportunity employer.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:#344240'>--<b><br></b></span><b><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#00529B'>Martha Bush </span></b><b><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#555759'>| Library Director</span></b><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#344240'><br>Franklin-Springboro Public Library<br>44 East 4th Street, Franklin, OH 45005<br><a href="mailto:bushma@fspl.org">bushma@fspl.org</a> | (937) 746-2665</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>