Summer Reading Program Volunteer
Volunteering at the library is a great way to have fun while improving your community, meeting new people, and gaining experience in the world of librarianship. This year’s National Summer Reading Program, “Color Our World,” will offer a variety of STEAM-based programs that encourage kids to be colorful, innovative, curious, and creative; it will run from June 16th to August 8th, with a few programs each week.
We are looking for a kind and playful volunteer who enjoys assisting children with crafts, art projects, and science experiments. Responsibilities would include:
- Aiding with setting up and cleaning up activities
- Helping children with crafts and projects
- Assisting with children’s book displays
- Helping patrons register for the Summer Reading Program
- Shelving books
Experience with technology (phones, iPads, laptops, and apps/browsers) is a plus!
Please be aware that applicants will be subject to a background check.
To apply, please print and fill out our volunteer_application and submit to rehobothbeachlibrary@gmail.com or return in person at our Circulation Desk.
Events Coordinator – Full Time
Rehoboth Beach Public Library is seeking an Events Coordinator (Full Time) team member
Job Summary: Coordinate with current programming staff to design dynamic programming for adults and youth in the library and out in the community. Assist Youth Services Librarian in planning and implementing Summer Reading Program. Responsible for managing room reservations made by outside parties. Possess strong marketing strategies to promote, distribute, and update library information with signage, press releases, and social media. Contribute to library collection development. Assist patrons and circulation staff as needed. May perform other duties as directed. This is a full-time hourly with benefits position averaging 40 hours/week. Hours worked include evenings and weekends.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Library Sciences or Library Information Science from an accredited university supplemented by two years of progressively responsible experience focusing on the provision of programs in the library, or an appropriate combination of education and experience. A commitment to the mission and philosophy of public library service; excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal and technology skills; ability to work effectively with library trustees, staff, volunteers, community groups, or independently. Bilingual in Spanish a bonus.
Salary: $21.83 per hour
To apply: Submit the following application along with your resume to the Rehoboth Beach Public Library via email at lauren.mccauley@lib.de.us. Please indicate the job title Events Coordinator in the subject line.
Closing Date: Open until filled.
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