Employment
Open Positions:
The library is currently hiring for two positions - a Children's Programmer and Circulation Clerk. See the job information below.
Part-Time Circulation Clerk
Hours are 10 per week. Schedule will be 3 days a week, including Saturdays.
Job duties will include:
· working at the check-out desk
• assisting patrons
· answering the telephone • shelving materials
Position requires:
· strong customer service skills
· attention to detail
· the ability to work with computers
· the physical ability to stand for short periods of time, push a cart, lift and shelve materials.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 4.
Position available August 18.
Submit a cover letter and resume to:
James Kennedy Public Library
Attn: Dawn Schrandt
320 1st Ave E
Dyersville, IA 52040
Children’s Programmer
Work Schedule: 10 hours per week, including Tuesday & Wednesday mornings
Job duties will include:
- Planning and presenting programs for children under the supervision of the Children’s Librarian
- Outreach programs for preschool age children at daycares and schools
- Development of crafts, take and make activities, and scavenger hunts for children
Position requires:
- Ability to understand the needs of children and to interact with them and their families in an effective manner
- Knowledge of activities and programs appropriate for children, or willingness to develop those skills
- AA in Early Childhood Education or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Application deadline: July 21 or until filled. Position available: August 11
Submit a cover letter and resume to:
James Kennedy Public Library
Attn: Shirley Vonderhaar
320 1st Ave E
Dyersville, IA 52040