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At Mid-Continent Public Library, we:

Imagine. We inspire innovation through curiosity and exploration.

Try new things. We empower what works and learn from the rest.

Lead the way. We connect people to information, ideas, and inspiration.

Welcome all. We embrace new perspectives and listen with humility.

Everything we do, we do together.

Schedule: Some evenings and weekends required.

Position Overview

The Story Center Associate helps to deliver core Story Center services and resources by hosting public programs, printing publications on the Espresso Book Machine, and orienting customers to Story Center resources, including the special collection, among other duties. The person is passionate about providing excellent service to all customers and about The Story Center's mission to empower library customers to create stories, share those stories, and connect with the stories of others.

Essential Functions

Non-Essential Functions

Education and Experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

All successful team members at MCPL should demonstrate:

• Strong ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible with scheduling.
• Good communication skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing needs.

Age Requirement

MVR Requirement

Work Environment

Essential physical abilities to be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodation are:

Daily (greater than 50% of the time)

Frequently (up to 50% of the time)

Occasionally (approximately 1-2 times per month)

Rarely (1-5 times per year)

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected class in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Any applicant requiring an accommodation should contact the Mid-Continent Public Library Human Resources Department at 816.836.5200.

Applicants will be considered for employment opportunities on the merits of their skills and experience related to the position sought. Employment offers are conditional upon submitting a criminal records check, identity verification, and national sex offender registry check. Applicants will not be denied employment solely or in part because of a prior conviction, unless MCPL determines the conviction is job-related. If a background check yields information that is of concern to MCPL, the applicant will be given an opportunity to review the background check findings and present information regarding inaccuracy, mitigating circumstances, and rehabilitation.