Greetings--

The Bloomfield Township Public Library is looking for an enthusiastic, energetic person committed to high quality public Library service to children and caregivers. The Bloomfield Township Public Library is a class V Library, with a service population of 44,000+ people. There is strong community support for the Library, its collections, services and programs offered. The Library promotes inclusivity in the diverse collections and programs available to all ages and abilities. The successful candidate will have a strong commitment to provide quality public service and the desire to work in a collaborative, team environment.  

  

POSITION TITLE:      Early Childhood Specialist 

 

DEPARTMENT:         Youth Services, reporting to Department Head 

 

HOURS:          

Part-time, 20 hours weekly, will include occasional evenings, weekends, and occasional Friday after-hours special events. Sunday hours are paid at time and one-half. 

 

WAGES & BENEFITS: 

$ 20.03 – 26.47 per hour with increase possible upon successful completion of three-month orientation. Pro-rated paid time-off benefits include vacation, sick, holiday, personal business, and emergency time. Term life and disability income insurance provided. Employee Assistant Program (EAP). 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Assist with coordination of early child programming and play area in the Youth Room. 
• Develop, plan, and present story times, focusing on birth – 2 years and their caregivers. 
• Promote Library services to youth by visiting local preschools and community partner events. 
• Assist in the planning and preparation of early literacy activity kits and activity calendar. 
• Prepare activities and supplies for Independent Activity Station in Youth Room. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.