Library Assistant

McKenzie County, ND; Watford City (ND); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Flex spending

Paid holidays

Job summary

McKenzie County Library in Watford City, ND, seeks a Library Assistant to support day-to-day operations, customer service, circulation, reference, and programs. The role includes Bookmobile operations and public computer assistance, with a Monday–Friday schedule and rotating Saturdays/evenings.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, 2 years of customer service or education experience, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• 2 years of experience in customer service or education.
• Knowledge of services provided by public libraries.
• Library or education background preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, computers, and various office equipment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to multitask.
• Must be able to report to Watford City, ND, daily at the scheduled time.
• Must possess the ability to lift 50 pounds and use basic physical movements as required.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a welcoming atmosphere for library visitors.
• Use a computer to manage patron records, circulate material, locate materials, and answer reference questions.
• Assist with daily Library duties including opening/closing, calls, faxing, copying, cleaning, shelving, and organizing material.
• Assist in development, scheduling, and delivery of Library programs and outreach.
• Safely operate the Bookmobile on assigned routes and stops.
• Assist in creating promotional material.
• Provide basic computer troubleshooting and general computer assistance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Multitasking

Driver's license

Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Office equipment

Job description

Under the direction of the Library Director, the Library Assistant assists with the day-to-day operation of the Library. This includes providing customer service to patrons, circulation, reference, programming, Bookmobile operations, and public computer assistance. This position is scheduled Monday–Friday 9:45 AM - 6:15 PM, with regularly rotating Wednesday evenings and Saturdays. Occasional additional Saturdays may be required to support community outreach events and special programming, as needed.

• Create and maintain a welcoming atmosphere for all Library visitors.
• Use a computer to create and maintain patron records, circulate material, locate materials for patrons, and answer reference questions.
• Assist with daily Library duties, including the opening and closing of the Library, answering phone calls, faxing and copying material, cleaning, shelving, and organizing material.
• Assist in the development, scheduling, and delivery of Library programs to various age groups, including special events and outreach.
• Safely operate the Bookmobile and perform all tasks as necessary during assigned routes and stops.
• Assist in the creation of promotional material.
• Provide basic computer troubleshooting and general computer assistance.
• Other duties assigned for Library needs.

• High School diploma or GED.
• 2 years of experience in customer service or education.
• Knowledge of services provided by public libraries.
• Library or education background preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, computers, and various office equipment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to multitask.
• Must be able to report to Watford City, ND, daily at the scheduled time.
• Physical requirements and working conditions:
  • Must possess the ability to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, vision to read printed material and computer screens, hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the phone.
  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds, kneel, stoop, sit, walk, and climb step stools.

This position is classified as Non-Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is compensated on an hourly basis starting at $26.00 per hour. This position is eligible for benefits including applicable health, dental, vision, retirement, paid leave, flex spending, paid holidays, and other benefits available to eligible employees, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable benefit plans and policies.

An applicant who is a resident of North Dakota and eligible to claim veterans’ preference must abide by the Department of Veterans Affairs guidelines available at www.nd.gov/veterans/benefits/veterans-preference-state/documentation-required-applicant and submit any documentation with an otherwise complete application. Equal Opportunity Employer