Taylor Community Library is hiring a number of full and part time positions right now. I especially want to encourage those with early literacy experience to apply for the full time paraprofessional position. Check out the description below and visit www.CityofTaylor.com/Jobs to view a full listing of available positions. If you have any questions about the positions, do not hesitate to reach out. Shauna Anderson Assistant Director of Education and Cultural Opportunities, Taylor Community Library -- *Library Paraprofessional* Position Type: Full Time Education Level: 4 Year Degree Salary Range: $13.00 - $15.00 Hourly Job Shift: Days, Evenings, & Weekends Taylor Community Library seeks creative and enthusiastic candidates for Library Paraprofessional to present library events, provide technology support, answer research questions, and facilitate customer transactions. Paraprofessionals assist in maintaining an exciting lineup of educational activities for patrons from all walks of life. Paraprofessionals also help staff public service desks and create digital marketing materials to publicize library services in the community. To be considered for this position, candidates must have a bachelor's degree in any field. Preference will be given to those with demonstrated experience in a customer service or educational setting, as well as an active interest in emerging technologies. To apply, you must upload your resume along with a thoughtful cover letter indicating why you would be a good fit for this role. POSITION SUMMARY Plan, facilitate, and document events for library users of all ages; provide helpful, friendly customer service to patrons; create marketing materials using digital content creation tools; provide research and technology support to the public. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Plan, implement, and document a broad range of educational events, exhibits, and presentations Create publicity materials including print materials, digital signage, and posts for official social media platforms in coordination with other staff Answer research questions and find appropriate materials to satisfy user queries Provide technology support and instruction for library users, including the use of eBooks, downloadable audio, and databases Assist users in operating desktop computers, scanners, printers, fax machines, photocopiers, tablets, and smartphones Conduct customer service transactions (both in-person and via telephone) including checking in/out materials, updating patron account information, issuing library cards, placing holds, requesting interlibrary loans, and renewing items Perform accurate data entry in the library catalog Update the library website Compile statistics for regular reports Handle cash responsibly Maintain strict confidentiality and accuracy as it relates to user records Supervise volunteer activities Order library supplies when needed staying within budget. Link audio-visual material and other mediums. Work with Braille and Talking Books Librarian to provide services. Assist other library staff in providing technology assistance to users.