Part-time Youth Services Library Assistant, White Plains Public Library

The White Plains Public Library seeks a part-time Library Assistant in our Youth Services Department. We are seeking individuals who love working with children, teens and families—and take pride in delivering great customer service.

Some college required. College degree and/or previous library experience preferred. Bilingual skills and abilities are a plus. Graduate students in library science or education are encouraged to apply; this is a wonderful opportunity to gain experience working with youth and families in an innovative urban library. 

Duties may include: 

• Providing patron assistance in the circulation of materials. 

• Providing customer service, reference, reader’s advisory and basic computer help in the Trove, our Children’s Library, and the Edge, our Teen Library.  

• Other tasks may be assigned as needed.

Hours will include evenings and weekends.  Hourly rate to be based on qualifications and experience.

The City of White Plains is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please submit resume and references via email by September 4, 2026 to Joshua Carlson, Manager of Youth Services, with the subject “YS Library Assistant Opening”:  jcarlson@whiteplainslibrary.org

Posted August 11, 2026