LIBRARY ASSISTANT - FOREST PARK BRANCH

Claytoncountyga; Georgia; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Clayton County Public Library is seeking a part-time Library Assistant to support patrons at the Headquarters Library Information Desk. You will help users access electronic resources, locate materials, and assist with circulation-related tasks.

The role emphasizes customer service in a public setting, with duties including information assistance, resource navigation, and registration for library services. Prior library experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; two years of college strongly preferred.
• Experience working with the public in a fast paced environment; library experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Help patrons use online resources (GALILEO/Internet) and locate information.
• Assist with word processing, selecting materials, and locating books and periodicals.
• Guide users in Catalog/search systems and interlibrary loan processes.
• Assist with circulation tasks, library cards, fines, holds, and program registrations.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years of college preferred

Job description

Classification Title: Library Assistant (Part Time)

PURPOSE OF CLASSIFICATION

This is moderate difficulty performing specialized library tasks requiring acquitted knowledge. Work involves assisting patrons to best utilize library resources, responding to requests for information in person and by phone at the Headquarters Library Information Desk.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assists library users to use electronic information resources including GALILEO and the Internet
• Assists library users to use word processing computers; assists library users in selecting materials and locating information from library resources; assists library users in locating books, periodicals and other materials
• Uses electronic and printed information resources to locate appropriate, accurate information to meet the needs of library users; assists library users in the use of the cataloging system and computer catalog
• Assists library users to request materials borrowed through interlibrary loan. Responsibilities may also include checking in and out library materials, placing holds on materials, assisting patrons with circulation related records, registering patrons for library cards and library programs, registering voters, recommending materials to patrons, collecting and payment of overdue fines and fees.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or GED; two (2) years of college strongly preferred; experience working with the public in a fast paced environment; library experience strongly preferred. May be required to work 18 hours per week, one evening week, alternate Saturdays and occasional Sundays.

Physical Abilities:

Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station.

Clayton County, Georgia, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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