Employment

This page will post open jobs at the nine libraries of the Municipal Library Consortium of St. Louis County.

Children's Room Assistant - Webster Groves Public Library

Location: Webster Groves Public Library, 301 E. Lockwood Ave, Webster Groves, MO 63119
Hourly Rate: $17.25
Benefits: Paid vacation, sick, and personal leave. Medical Insurance, Vision & Dental Insurance, Life Insurance,
Long Term Disability Insurance, Retirement – Missouri LAGERS
Application Deadline: October 26, 2026
How to Apply: Submit your resume and cover letter to jpotter@wgpl.org

The Webster Groves Public Library is seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and community-focused Children’s Room
Assistant to join our team.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children and families, connecting young people with
books and learning opportunities, and providing excellent customer service to library patrons of all ages.
The focus of this position will be programming for ages 0-18, and outreach to local schools, preschools, childcare
centers, and community organizations. The Children’s Room Assistant will also be part of the Library’s regular
public service team, working shifts at both the Children’s Room and main Circulation Desk.
If you enjoy children’s literature, programming, early literacy, community outreach, and working directly with the public, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do
Programming
• Plan and present programs and activities for ages 0-18.
• Help promote Library programs, services, and special projects
School & Community Outreach
• Build relationships with local schools, preschools, childcare centers, and community organizations
• Participate in school visits, classroom outreach, and community events
• Help connect children, families, and educators with Library resources and services
Public & Circulation Services
• Work regular shifts at the Children’s Room and main Circulation Desk
• Assist patrons of all ages with checkouts, holds, library accounts, and general questions
• Provide reference, readers’ advisory, technology, and Library resource assistance
• Help with opening and closing procedures and other day-to-day Library operations
• Provide welcoming, friendly, and responsive customer service throughout the Library
Collection & Reader Services
• Help children and families discover books and resources
• Assist with collection development, weeding, suggested reading lists, and some cataloging
• Create displays and other opportunities to promote the Library’s collection
• Shelve and organize materials and help maintain an inviting Children’s Room

Qualifications
We’re looking for someone who has:
• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Experience with libraries, customer service, or similar settings preferred

• Experience working with children and/or teens preferred
• An interest in early literacy, children’s literature, and fostering a love of reading and learning
• Strong communication, customer service, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Creativity, initiative, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Comfort with technology and a willingness to learn new Library systems and procedures
• A valid driver’s license and ability to pass a background check

Schedule & Physical Requirements
This is a full-time position that includes weekday, evening, and weekend hours.
Schedule is as follows:
• Monday 1-9
• Tuesday – Thursday 8:30-4:30
• Friday and Saturday alternate every other week 8:30-4:30
• Sundays on a rotation (paid time and a half)

Candidates should be able to:
• Stand for extended periods (up to 4 hours)
• Lift and move Library materials up to 30 pounds
• Push carts and reach high and low shelving areas as needed
Other duties as assigned.

Library Associate II: Customer Service Associate - Kirkwood Public Library

Hours: (approx. 25 hours/week):  Mondays 8:30am-5pm, Tuesdays 8:45am-12:45pm, Wednesdays 12:45-9:15pm,  Alternate Saturdays 8:45am-5:15pm, 1st Sunday of the month 11am-5:15pm

Job Purpose: Under the general direction of the Manager and Assistant Manager of Customer Service, maintains stacks and positively assists patrons with inquiries and daily use of the library.

Reports to:   Manager of Customer Service

Responsibilities:

• Sort, organize and reshelve materials in their appropriate areas throughout the library.
• Straighten and shift materials on the shelves.
• Read assigned shelves, send items in poor condition to relevant areas.
• Performs customer service duties; check materials in and out, issue library cards, answer questions, assist with self-checkout, shelve and process holds and other items when necessary, contact patrons
• Empty the book drop on a regular basis as assigned; check in the items emptied from the book drop
• Collects and processes hold list and marks items appropriately.
• Perform reader’s advisory.
• Separate, sort and deliver daily mail as assigned.
• Help maintain the overall neatness of the Library (i.e., toys, trash on tables, stray books).
• Assist patrons with the Library catalog, public computers, Internet, databases and Microsoft applications and locating materials as necessary.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Provides excellent customer service and strive to end each interaction with patrons in a positive manner.
• Assist with setups in the library as needed.
• Perform ILL duties as assigned.
• Collect fines and manage cash register; count money.
• Process transit bins both incoming and outgoing to other libraries.
• Select and maintain displays/themes for assigned end caps.
• Take minutes at meetings as assigned.
• Dust shelves as needed.
• Provide Quick Reference.
• Regular attendance as scheduled and performing tasks as assigned are essential job functions.

Qualifications:

1. Library experience preferred.
2. Strong customer service skills; must be able to deal with the public in gracious and professional manner.
3. Good knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
4. Knowledge of business English, spelling and arithmetic, and ability to alphabetize.
5. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and patrons.
6. Minimum of 16 years of age.
7. Basic knowledge of Windows based computer and internet searching applications.
8. Good communication skills and pleasant demeanor in person and on the telephone.
9. Must be able to work in a public service area that is busy, sometimes noisy and with frequent interruptions.
10. Must be able to stand for long periods of time.  Must be able to retrieve library materials from stacks or shelving carts for patrons quickly and easily.  Must be able to lift heavy books and push a full book cart.
11. Must be able to lift a minimum of 30 pounds.
12. Be willing to work with and around people of all ages.
13. Be willing to acquire knowledge of new technology available in the library and the ability to translate that knowledge to patrons and fellow staff members.
14. Ability to work independently.

To apply, visit https://kirkwoodpubliclibrary.bamboohr.com/careers/58 

Youth Services Assistant - Maplewood Public Library