Library Assistant: Customer Service & Tech Support

Metropolitan-Community-College; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Community College is seeking staff to provide customer service to library patrons, including circulation, reference support, and technical assistance. You will check materials in and out, process inter-library loans, manage fines and notices, and help maintain library systems and inventory.

Strong communication and computer skills are essential. The role involves shelving and organizing the collection, ensuring equipment is functional, and assisting patrons with reference inquiries.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One year of library support or related experience preferred.
• Associate's Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to library patrons via phone, in person, and online.
• Check materials in/out, circulate, and manage holds and requests using library systems.
• Handle fines, notices, invoices, and maintain accurate records.
• Provide routine technical support and guide patrons to appropriate staff.
• Process inter-library loans and assist with loan policies.
• Maintain library inventory and supplies; ensure equipment is in working order.
• Maintain and organize the library collection, perform shelving and shelf-reading.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

Computer literacy

Cash handling

Shelf-reading

Bibliographic knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree (preferred)

Tools

Library databases

Circulation software

Job description

Metropolitan Community College is seeking staff to provide customer service to library patrons, including circulation, reference support, and technical assistance. You will check materials in and out, process inter-library loans, manage fines and notices, and help maintain library systems and inventory.

Strong communication and computer skills are essential. The role involves shelving and organizing the collection, ensuring equipment is functional, and assisting patrons with reference inquiries.