Library Assistant

Cass County Library; Archie (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Cass County Public Library is seeking a friendly Library Assistant for a Part-Time Flex position. The role includes circulation duties, assisting patrons with accounts and technology, shelving materials, and helping with programs to maintain a welcoming branch environment.

Evening and weekend shifts may be required and hours vary by week. The position emphasizes flexibility, teamwork, and dependable service in a busy library setting, with responsibilities across branch support and patron

Qualifications

• Customer service experience preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Basic computer and technology skills required
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Assist patrons with check-in/check-out, holds, accounts, and library questions
• Provide basic technology assistance and support public computers and printers
• Process interlibrary loan requests and maintain accurate records
• Shelve and organize library materials and support branch activities

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Basic computer skills

Job description

Cass County Public Library
Part-Time | Non-Exempt

Position Overview

Cass County Public Library is seeking a friendly and dependable Library Assistant to support daily branch operations and provide excellent customer service to patrons. Responsibilities include circulation services, assisting patrons with accounts and technology, shelving materials, supporting programs, and helping maintain a welcoming library environment. Evening and weekend shifts may be required.

Part-Time Flex Schedule Description

This is a part-time Flex position with a variable schedule based on operational needs. There is no guaranteed or set number of hours per week. Employees must maintain broad availability and may be scheduled at varying hours from week to week. This position may work up to 950 hours per calendar year.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist patrons with check-in/check-out, holds, accounts, and library questions
• Provide basic technology assistance and support public computers and printers
• Process interlibrary loan requests and maintain accurate records

Branch Support

• Shelve and organize library materials
• Assist with displays, programs, and branch activities
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Customer service or library experience preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Basic computer and technology skills required
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, bend, and move throughout the day
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and push carts up to 100 lbs.