Saline District Library is currently accepting applications for a part-time [ http://www.salinelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/JOB-POSTING-Youth-As... | Youth Assistant ] . POSITION: Youth Assistant WAGE: Grade 9 $14.86 per hour STATUS: Part-time (20 hours per week includes evenings and weekends) GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THIS POSITION: This person will work in the Youth Department and perform all duties such as assisting patrons in finding information, working on computers, maintaining order, and preparing and assisting in all youth programs. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: B.A. degree or equivalent in related field (child development, education, children’s literature, etc.); Strong public service outlook, a love of children and a desire to work with them; Experience working with children; Knowledge of and love of children’s and young adult literature; Knowledge of public libraries and their collections; Computer experience; Demonstrated ability to work independently; Dynamic, energetic and resourceful; Flexibility in scheduling DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience with puppetry, storytelling; Experience in working at a public library; Knowledge of Dewey Decimal classification APPLICATION PROCESS: Interested persons should submit a letter of application, resume and completed SDL application (found on website: http://www.salinelibrary.org/about/employment/) to: Paula Schaffner, Head of Youth Services, 555 N. Maple Rd., Saline, MI 48176 (734) 429-5450 Or email: paula@salinelibrary.org by Monday April 24, 2017. Applications received by this date will receive first consideration. Karrie Waarala Assistant Director Saline District Library 734-429-5450 www.salinelibrary.org