Community Library Desk Associate Part-Time Flexible Hours

York-County-Library-System; Brogue (PA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

York County Library System at Collinsville Community Library is seeking a Library Assistant to help patrons in person, by phone, and by email. You will handle checkouts, shelving, and member records while supporting daily library operations.

The part-time, non-exempt role requires strong customer service, computer skills, and flexible scheduling including occasional Saturdays. Training and a team-oriented environment are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; college experience preferred.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to work with diverse patrons.
• Proficiency with computers and basic office software.
• Background clearances required: PA Child Abuse, PA Criminal History, FBI, Mandated Reporter.

Responsibilities

• Check in/out materials using scanner and ILS database.
• Create and update member records.
• Shelve books and manage shelves; opening/closing duties.
• Coordinate with staff and volunteers to promote events.
• Assist with interlibrary loans (ILL) and item record management (IRM).
• Assist patrons with eBooks and digital resources; provide computer help.
• Perform basic photocopying, scanning, and faxing for patrons.
• Enforce library policies; maintain neat desk and reading areas.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Computer proficiency

Team player

Education

High school diploma

Tools

ILS database

Job description

York County Library System at Collinsville Community Library is seeking a Library Assistant to help patrons in person, by phone, and by email. You will handle checkouts, shelving, and member records while supporting daily library operations.

The part-time, non-exempt role requires strong customer service, computer skills, and flexible scheduling including occasional Saturdays. Training and a team-oriented environment are provided.