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EMPLOYMENT - Children's Assistant

Part-Time Children's Assistant​

 

Posting Date: October 5, 2026 | Application Deadline: November 20, 2026

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The Quogue Library is seeking an energetic, warm, motivated, and caring individual to join our team. The candidate will provide excellent customer service to our young patrons and their families, fostering a welcoming and engaging environment.

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Duties & Responsibilities

  • Patron Support: Engaging and working with children of all age groups, with a primary focus on infants through 6th grade.

 

  • Program Assistance: Helping with the setup, breakdown, and cleanup of library programs and events. Physical ability to break down tables and chairs.

 

  • Digital Registration: Assisting library patrons with program registration utilizing Library Market. Sierra knowledge also a plus.

 

  • Special Projects: Completing miscellaneous projects and tasks.

 

Qualifications & Skills

  • Education: Minimal High School diploma or equivalent required.

 

  • Experience: Previous library experience with a background working with children/teens is preferred.

 

  • Technical Skills: Basic tech proficiency required, including Makerspace experience (e.g., 3D printers, Cricut machines, etc.). Familiarity with Sierra is plus.

 

  • Interpersonal Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be a collaborative team player who can work independently with strong follow-through to meet deadlines.

 

Schedule, Wages, & Benefits

  • Hours: 19 hours per week, with occasional overtime available.

  • Schedule: Tuesdays (10:00 AM – 5:00 PM), Fridays (10:00 AM – 5:00 PM), and Sundays (12:00 PM –5:00 PM).

  • Compensation: $18.00 to $22.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.

  • Benefits: Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, and personal days) plus eligibility to longevity bonus.

 

Quogue Library is an Association Library and is not subject to civil service requirements.

 

Interested candidates submit your resume and cover letter to the attention of Susan McKenna. Director at smckenna@quoguelibrary.org

The Quogue Library provides a welcoming environment that encourages the pursuit of knowledge, fosters intellectual curiosity and promotes lifelong learning through traditional and innovative services, resources and programs.

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Application Process:

Interested applicants should send resume, letter of interest and completed job application to:

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Quogue Library

Attention: Susan McKenna - Library Director

90 Quogue Street

P.O Box 5036

Quogue, NY 11959 

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Or via email:

info@quoguelibrary.org​

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