City of Yukon (OK) is hiring: Early Literacy Library Associate in Yukon
City of Yukon (OK), Yukon, OK, United States
Required Document
Please submit an example Storytime plan as part of the application process.
General Description of Position
Employees in this position can be responsible for a wide range of library duties. While all will perform circulation, reference, and reader’s advisory services, they will also have an area of specialty that includes collection development, early literacy programming, and outreach programming.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Performing circulation services including greeting patrons, checking materials in and out of the library, shelving, issuing library cards, processing reserves, recording payments, and assisting with opening and closing.
Planning, promoting, and implementing library programs such as storytimes, summer reading events, outreach events, and other programming.
Providing effective reference and readers’ advisory services.
Managing programming and book budget for early literacy services.
Marketing programs and services to the media and the public.
Coordinating with the Director on grant applications and requests for donations and gifts supporting youth services and programs.
Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of library databases, electronic resources, and assisting patrons in these areas.
Providing collection development duties, including selection and deselection of library materials.
Preparing new materials for circulation.
Providing outreach services to the library community.
Performing any other related duties as required or assigned.
Qualifications
High school diploma required; bachelor’s or master’s degree in Library Science preferred.
Prior library experience preferred.
Skill in verbal and written communication.
Ability to use alphanumeric order.
Skill in identification, analysis, explanation, open‑mindedness, and problem solving.
Valid driver’s license.
Basic computer skills, proficiency with Integrated Library System (ILS) and Apollo, and familiarity with Microsoft Office, Canva, and WhoFi.
Self‑starter, able to work independently with minimal supervision, and capable of effective time management.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, use appropriate judgment, and establish positive relationships with patrons and community members.
Additional Information
The employee must be customer‑service oriented, possess good communication skills, enjoy working in a team environment, and have knowledge of the local community. Work schedule includes any days or hours the library is open.
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Please submit an example Storytime plan as part of the application process.
General Description of Position
Employees in this position can be responsible for a wide range of library duties. While all will perform circulation, reference, and reader’s advisory services, they will also have an area of specialty that includes collection development, early literacy programming, and outreach programming.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Performing circulation services including greeting patrons, checking materials in and out of the library, shelving, issuing library cards, processing reserves, recording payments, and assisting with opening and closing.
Planning, promoting, and implementing library programs such as storytimes, summer reading events, outreach events, and other programming.
Providing effective reference and readers’ advisory services.
Managing programming and book budget for early literacy services.
Marketing programs and services to the media and the public.
Coordinating with the Director on grant applications and requests for donations and gifts supporting youth services and programs.
Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of library databases, electronic resources, and assisting patrons in these areas.
Providing collection development duties, including selection and deselection of library materials.
Preparing new materials for circulation.
Providing outreach services to the library community.
Performing any other related duties as required or assigned.
Qualifications
High school diploma required; bachelor’s or master’s degree in Library Science preferred.
Prior library experience preferred.
Skill in verbal and written communication.
Ability to use alphanumeric order.
Skill in identification, analysis, explanation, open‑mindedness, and problem solving.
Valid driver’s license.
Basic computer skills, proficiency with Integrated Library System (ILS) and Apollo, and familiarity with Microsoft Office, Canva, and WhoFi.
Self‑starter, able to work independently with minimal supervision, and capable of effective time management.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, use appropriate judgment, and establish positive relationships with patrons and community members.
Additional Information
The employee must be customer‑service oriented, possess good communication skills, enjoy working in a team environment, and have knowledge of the local community. Work schedule includes any days or hours the library is open.
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