Youth Services Digital Assistant
The Lawrenceburg Public Library District has a unique opening for a Youth Services Digital Assistant. This position will provide technical support in a wide range of activities that align with the Library’s Digital Resource Standards such as: maintain technology critical to the delivery of services in the YS Department; access updates and maintain existing information systems to enhance user needs; improve work flow, solve new problems, or meet new information needs and cover the Help Desk as required, as well as other related library duties.
TITLE SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
•Develop and implement new trends and technology applications
•Problem-solve technical issues reported by YS staff and patrons relating to electronic resources, web content, and other technology concerns
•Assist in the management and development of digital collections, electronic resources, and online content, including eBooks, eAudiobooks, downloadables (movies, music, and magazines), streaming material, and the Summer Reader Evanced Program
•Provide technology instruction for YS staff and patrons on the proper and effective use of applications and resources, including e-readers and tablets
•Coordinate and create the Social Media Marketing for the YS Department for Children and Young Adults, on all platforms including Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and Instagram
•Track, record and submit the YS Department’s quarterly, computer and summer reading statistics
•Manage and develop content for the YS web page, web site rotator, digital displays, and content carousel
•Monitor and maintain the YS staff and public computers in conjunction with IT services
•Serve as the YS liaison to the Digital Resources and Technology Librarian
•Keep abreast of inner department work assignments; perform public service duties as scheduled, assisting patrons with automated databases and other equipment as needed. Attend appropriate professional, community, and organizational meetings, workshops, and conferences.
•Other duties as assigned.
Associate/Bachelor’s degree or coursework in Library Science or education is preferred. Experience with Integrated Library Systems and the ability to integrate new and emerging technologies to manage and access information are strongly desired. Must be a team player and be willing to assist with the Youth Services Help Desk as needed. The Department works on a flexible schedule concurring with the needs of the library. This is a part-time position (24 hours a week); competitive hourly wage; includes Saturday & evening hours. Starts at $11.00 an hour.
Accepting digital applications only.
To apply, send a cover letter and resume as an attachment with the subject heading “Youth Services Manager” to: LPLDapplications@gmail.com.
The position will remain open until filled. For more information, contact Jody Maples, Youth Services Manager at jlmaples@lpld.lib.in.us or 812.537.2775, ex 71123.
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