SOKC Library Associate Children's Services Dept. (Salary)

Full time position 40 hrs/wk. (Grade 16 Base). Must be available to work a flexible schedule which will include evenings and weekends in addition up to two weeks of Mandatory New Hire Orientation & Training located at the Administrative Offices in Norman.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provides high-level customer service to Pioneer Library System customers including childrens services reference readers advisory childrens programming and outreach; has working knowledge in the operation of computers and standard office software products. Works under the direction of the Childrens Services Manager; performs other duties as assigned.

Education and/or experience:

• Bachelors degree from accredited college or university;
• Three years relevant experience;
• Experience working with children or early childhood education preferred;
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred;
• Equivalent combination of technical training education and/or experience may be considered;
• Valid drivers license.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Understands and performs basic functions and tasks of common software programs and email applications;
• Uses and helps others use basic computer hardware;
• Knowledge of library policies and procedures;
• Knowledge of library circulation practices and procedures childrens books child development and education techniques as well as readers advisory and reference services and functions;
• Demonstrated ability in working with children and childrens programming;
• Skills in working with public public speaking and conducting/assisting withstory times and other library programs;
• Strong skills in written and spoken business communications;
• Working knowledge in the operation of computers office machines and standard office software products; electronic resources internet and database information retrieval;
• Lift up to 25 lbs; retrieve and replace items from floor level to at least 5 ½ feet in height;
• Work a flexible schedule which may include evenings and weekends.

APPLICATIONS:

Applications accepted August 14 through August 24 2026. Résumé alone is not sufficient; completed online application form is required.

Pioneer Library System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All employees and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religious belief sex age national origin disability sexual orientation veteran status genetic information or any other category protected by the law.

Pioneer Library System will make all reasonable accommodations in the application and employment processes.If you need a reasonable accommodation
please contact Elissa Fox at or by email

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