Library Assistant- Circulation Services

Davita Inc.; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Loudoun County Public Library (LCPL) is hiring a full-time Library Assistant for the Circulation department at Brambleton Library. The candidate will provide customer service, assist patrons, and lead programs, working in a team-oriented environment. Bilingual skills and experience in customer service are preferred. LCPL offers a collaborative atmosphere with varied work schedules.

Qualifications

• Two years of prior experience providing direct customer service.
• Bilingual skills in Spanish/English preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct customer service in reference and circulation functions.
• Plan and lead programs for various audiences.
• Assist customers in the use of library resources.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Welcome and thank you for your interest in employment with Loudoun County Government!

ALL SECTIONS OF THE APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY. THE RESUME IS CONSIDERED SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ONLY. APPLICATIONS THAT ARE INCOMPLETE OR INDICATE 'SEE RESUME' WILL NOT BE TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION.

Introduction

Loudoun County Public Library (LCPL) builds community by promoting the joy of reading and learning. Serving as the civic center of the community, LCPL provides free and equal access to a full variety of library resources and innovative technologies to enhance the quality of life and meet the informational, educational, and cultural interests of the entire community.

Job Summary

Loudoun County Public Library (LCPL) is looking to fill a full-time Library Assistant position in the Circulation department at Brambleton Library. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, service-minded, community-oriented, and a collaborative life-long learner who embraces the library's primary role of promoting the joy of reading and learning in the society. As members of an enthusiastic team, Library Assistants provide direct customer service in reference, reader's advisory and circulation functions, as well as assist customers in the use of library resources and the use of technologies. Library Assistants plan and lead programs for children, teen and adult audiences. Successful candidates will be passionate, creative team players with excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills. All staff work in a collaborative environment to complete daily tasks, conduct programs and coordinate outreach.

LCPL provides services seven (7) days a week. Work schedules vary and include weekends, evenings and holidays.

Hiring salary is commensurate with experience.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma and two (2) years prior experience providing direct customer service to the public.

Experience with Microsoft Office products preferred. Spanish/English bilingual skills preferred.

Job Contingencies and Special Requirements

Successful candidates will undergo background checks as required.

Requires ability to push or pull wheeled carts weighing 200 pounds. Constant bending, stooping, reaching, walking and standing required. Ability to lift 40 pounds required. Notary Public License and/or Passport Acceptance Agent certification may be required within one year of hire date.

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