Library Assistant: Welcoming Patrons & Tech Help

Great River Regional Library; Richmond (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Great River Regional Library seeks a friendly Library Assistant to provide welcoming service to the public and assist patrons with library resources and technology. Duties include helping patrons borrow materials, registering cards, handling payments, and creating engaging displays and programs for diverse communities.

Qualifications include one year of post secondary education or equivalent and experience in library or customer service roles, along with strong interpersonal and

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to engage diverse patrons.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with interruptions.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to assist patrons with computers and technology devices.
• Knowledge of research techniques and information gathering.
• Calm under pressure and able to respond to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Help patrons borrow library materials.
• Register patrons for library cards.
• Take payments from patrons.
• Help patrons find the library resources they need.
• Provide trusted and reliable information to patrons.
• Create displays and conduct programs for diverse patrons.
• Keep library materials available and refreshed for patron use.
• Manage public areas to keep the library safe and welcoming.
• Assist the public with library computers, printers and other tech needs.
• Maintain confidentiality of patron information.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Technology assistance

Information gathering

Education

Post secondary education or equivalent

Library or customer service experience

Job description

The Great River Regional Library seeks a friendly Library Assistant to provide welcoming service to the public and assist patrons with library resources and technology. Duties include helping patrons borrow materials, registering cards, handling payments, and creating engaging displays and programs for diverse communities.

Qualifications include one year of post secondary education or equivalent and experience in library or customer service roles, along with strong interpersonal and