Library Aide

Adams-County-Government; Town of Adams (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Adams County Library is seeking a part-time Library Aide to staff the circulation desk during open hours and assist patrons with locating materials and using library systems.

The role involves shelving, organizing materials, and supporting library programs and events, with supervision by an Associate Librarian. This entry-level position is well suited for students seeking part-time library experience.

Qualifications

• Able to work a flexible part-time schedule, including evenings and Saturdays.
• Able to effectively follow instructions from the supervisor, verbally and in written form.
• Able to communicate effectively in English when communicating in writing or speaking.
• Able to perform basic mathematical functions including simple addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Responsibilities

• Staff the circulation desk during open hours.
• Retrieve books, magazines, audiovisual materials, and other items as required.
• Replace materials in correct locations and rearrange as needed to improve shelf space.
• Answer questions in person and by telephone; check materials in and out using the library computer.
• Empty materials from the book drop and assist patrons with locating materials and with library software/hardware.
• Assist with library programs and promotional events; create event calendars, flyers, and displays.
• Maintain all shared spaces in neat order, including children's area, Reading Room, meeting rooms, circulation desk, and break room.
• Perform other related functions and duties as assigned.

Skills

Flexible part-time schedule

Instruction following

English communication

Basic math

Job description

Performs semiskilled work staffing the circulation desk during open hours, maintaining order on shelves, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the close supervision of an Associate Librarian. This entry-level position is particularly well suited for students and individuals seeking part-time library experience.

It is unlikely an employee will perform all the duties listed on a regular basis, nor is the list exhaustive in the sense it covers all the duties that an employee may be required to perform. The examples are merely indicative, not restrictive.

1. As members of the Adams County Library staff, library aides are responsible for maintaining confidentiality about library transactions in accordance with the Wisconsin State Statutes concerning patron privacy, and for following the rules for use of the shared catalog and delivery systems required by the South Central Library System.

2. Retrieves books, magazines, audiovisual materials, and other library collection items as required by library staff or patrons.

3. Replaces materials in correct locations after use, using alphabetic, numerical, or another order as used by the library. Identifies areas where items are out of order and rearranges as needed. Shifts items to improve shelf space.

4. Staffs the circulation desk during open hours. Answers questions in person and by telephone. Uses the library computer to check materials in and out to patrons.

5. Empties materials from book drop. Assists library patrons with locating materials, and with use of library computer software and hardware.

6. Assists with library programs and promotional events. Creates event calendars, flyers, and displays that help market library services.

7. Maintains all shared spaces in neat order, including children's area, Reading Room,small meeting room, circulation desk, and employee break room.

8. Performs other related functions and duties as assigned or required.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Able to work a flexible part-time schedule, including evening and Saturday hours, and occasional substitute shifts as needed.

2. Able to effectively follow instructions from the supervisor, verbally and in written form.

3. Able to communicate effectively in English when communicating in writing or speaking.

4. Able to perform basic mathematical functions including simple addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Exposure to bloodborne pathogens is considered low for this position.

Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with the ADA, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.