Library Assistant - Customer Service & Materials

SouthEast Oklahoma Library System; Broken Bow (OK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

SouthEast Oklahoma Library System in Broken Bow, OK, seeks a library assistant to manage circulation, respond to patron inquiries, and support daily operations. You will process checkouts, handle interlibrary loan requests, and assist patrons with catalog services.

The role emphasizes accuracy, customer care, and teamwork within a friendly library setting. The position requires basic computer skills, reliable attendance, and a willingness to learn library procedures and safety practices.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Six months to one year related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Have the ability to respond effectively to customer and/or supervisors questions.
• Add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Competent keyboarding skills required.

Responsibilities

• Issues borrowers' library identifications and checks out materials to patrons.
• Inspects returned materials for damage and records overdue fines.
• Handles interlibrary loan requests and transports materials as needed.
• Maintains borrower records and assists patrons with the catalog and online services.
• Designs displays and prepares instructional materials to support library services.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Public Access Catalog

Job description

SouthEast Oklahoma Library System in Broken Bow, OK, seeks a library assistant to manage circulation, respond to patron inquiries, and support daily operations. You will process checkouts, handle interlibrary loan requests, and assist patrons with catalog services.

The role emphasizes accuracy, customer care, and teamwork within a friendly library setting. The position requires basic computer skills, reliable attendance, and a willingness to learn library procedures and safety practices.