Assistant Extension Librarian

Colleton County; Walterboro, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Colleton County Government is seeking an Assistant Extension Librarian to support bookmobile and library station services, and to assist with related operations. The role includes driving the bookmobile on scheduled routes, managing circulation tasks, and helping with community programming.

A Liberal Arts Associate’s degree with 3–5 years of public library experience is required, along with a valid driver’s license and proficient computer skills.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Liberal Arts and 3–5 years of public library experience or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with a 3-year driving record.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Pre‑employment drug screen and background check required.
• Willingness to drive bookmobile on scheduled routes.

Responsibilities

• Assist Extension Librarian with bookmobile and library station services.
• Support maintenance and operations of the bookmobile.
• Drive bookmobile on regularly scheduled routes.
• Perform general circulation duties and record-keeping.
• Register and assist patrons; select books and prepare notices.
• Assist with community programming and outreach.

Skills

Driver skills

Patron assistance

Recordkeeping

Computer skills

Education

Associate’s degree in Liberal Arts

Job description

Colleton County Government is accepting applications from qualified individuals for the position of Assistant Extension Librarian for the Colleton County Memorial Library. The successful candidate will assist the Extension Librarian with providing bookmobile and library station services. Will be responsible for assisting with the maintenance and operations of the bookmobile. Will drive bookmobile on regularly scheduled routes, and perform general circulation duties.Will perform related functions such as maintaining records, registering/assisting patrons, selecting books and preparing notices. Will work with and assist the Extension Librarian with providing programming to the community.

Associate’s degree in Liberal Arts and three (3) to five (5) years of public library experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, is required. Must possess a valid driver’s license (submit 3-year driving record) and possess proficient computer skills. Pre‑employment drug screen and a satisfactory background check are also required.

The SC Works Colleton Center is located at 500 Forest Circle, Walterboro, SC29488.

Colleton County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.