Library Assistant – Circulation

US Lawns; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Florence County is seeking a Library Assistant - Circulation to greet visitors, check materials in and out, create and update patron accounts, and assist patrons in finding materials.

The role includes helping with catalog searches, reader's advisory, shelving, and supporting meeting room activities. Some evenings and weekends may be required to cover the library schedule.

Qualifications

• High School diploma; 1-2 years of library or customer service experience, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge and skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet patrons and provide exceptional customer service in the library.
• Check materials in and out and create/update patron accounts.
• Assist patrons with catalog searches and locating materials.
• Support book shelving and displays to promote library usage.
• Assist with meeting room sign-ins and registrations.
• Participate in ongoing staff training.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Computer proficiency

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Circulation system

Job description

Job Description

The Library Assistant - Circulation greets visitors to the library, creates and maintains patron accounts, checks materials in and out, and performs other related duties.

Essential Functions:

• Provides exceptional customer service to external and internal customers. Responds to and resolves patron questions or concerns.
• Greets patrons and maintains a welcoming library atmosphere.
• Checks materials in and out, creates and updates patron accounts, shelves materials, and assists patrons in finding materials.
• Assists patrons with searching the catalog and requesting materials. Provides reader’s advisory and book recommendations.
• Processes and labels new materials; assists with repairs to damaged library materials.
• Assists with book displays to promote library usage.
• Assists with meeting room use. Verifies registrations and signs groups in and out.
• Participates in the library’s ongoing training program.

Non-Essential Functions:

• Assists with library programs or outreach events as needed.
• Moves and arranges furniture and equipment as needed.
• Works evenings and weekends as required.
• Performs all other related duties as required.

Qualifications: Education and Work Experience

• High School diploma; 1-2 years of library or customer service experience, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge and skills.
• Proficient with computers, Microsoft Office/Google Workspace, and office equipment.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequently required to perform basic physical activities and communicate effectively to carry out essential job duties.
• Must be able to reach, bend, stoop, carry, move and lift 10 lb. objects regularly.
• Correctable vision sufficient to read monitors, labels, and drive safely.

Company Description

Vision

Florence County strives to be an exceptional place to live, work, and visit by enhancing the quality of life for our employees and those who call the County home, by encouraging innovation and economic opportunities, and by fostering trust and integrity in the County.

Mission

Florence County will provide high-quality public services, plan for the needs of our citizens, and promote a safe, healthy, and thriving community for all.

Benefits

• South Carolina Retirement System
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Flexible Spending Account
• Onsite Employee Health Clinic
• Onsite Employee Workout Facility
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Supplemental Insurance Options
• Discounted rates at local fitness facilities