Library Assistant

City of Maypearl; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Maypearl seeks a part-time Library Assistant to provide extensive customer service at the circulation desk. You will process library cards, check out and return materials, handle late charges, and assist patrons in using public computers.

You will also shelve materials, design displays, maintain circulation statistics, and support meetings and trainings. The job requires an Associate Degree with 3 years library experience, a valid TX driver’s license, and familiarity with Apollo ILS and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of modern library principles and procedures.
• Ability to work with adults and children and train volunteers.
• Experience with library circulation and basic reference tasks.

Responsibilities

• Issuing library cards and checking out materials.
• Processing returns and collecting late charges.
• Shelving and shelf reading; maintaining displays.
• Maintaining daily circulation statistics.
• Assisting patrons with electronic resources and public computers.
• Aiding in meetings and trainings; working with volunteers.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Oral and written communication

Volunteer training

Public interaction

Education

Associate Degree with library experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Apollo ILS

Job description

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Provides extensive customer service to the public, in person and on the phone. Performs a variety of multi-tasking duties related to the daily operation of the circulation desk.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports to: Library Director
• Directs: Volunteers and program personnel
• Other: Works closely with local schools, organizations, and clubs; the media; other libraries; and the public.
• Hours: Approximately 19 hours per week.

EXAMPLES OF WORK

Assists with the daily tasks of the library such as issuing new library cards, checking out library materials, receiving returns, shelving and shelf reading, collecting payment for late charges or printing and faxing services.

Creates library programs for both adults and children.

Designs and implements library book displays.

Maintains daily circulation statistics.

Participates in professional meetings and workshops; attends library board meetings as required.

Provides light reference duties and assists patrons in the use of electronic resources.

Aids in the use of public computers and patron owned personal devices when applicable.

Other Important Duties*

Troubleshoot/repair computers.

Performs such other duties as may be assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of: modern library principles, methods and procedures; basic library reference materials and procedures; local reader interests, books and authors.

Skills in: operating a computer and standard office equipment.

Ability to: work well with adults and children; train library volunteers; demonstrate proficiency in both oral and written communication; establish and maintain effective working relationships with organizations, schools, employees, and the public.

Knowledge of the following computer programs preferred: Microsoft Office products and Apollo ILS

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Associate Degree with 3 years of experience in a library environment or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED

Must have a valid TX Driver’s License with good driving record.

Must be able to pass criminal history background check and pre-employment drug screening.