Library Associate – Children’s Services

Florence County SC; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

South Carolina Retirement System

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

Paid HolidaysHealth Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Health Flexible Spending Account

Dependent Flexible Spending Account

Onsite Employee Health Clinic

Onsite Employee Workout Facility

Tuition Reimbursement Program

South Carolina Deferred Compensation

Job summary

Florence County Public Library is seeking a Library Associate – Children’s Services to provide library services and materials to children, caregivers, families, and partner organizations.

In this role you will assist patrons, plan and promote programs for children, conduct reader’s advisory, check materials in/out, help with computer access, and participate in community outreach. Evening/weekend work may be required as part of duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 1-2 years of library or customer service experience required.
• Proficient with computers and office software (Microsoft Office/Google Workspace).
• Must possess a valid South Carolina driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provides exceptional customer service to external and internal customers. Responds to and resolves patron questions or concerns.
• Plans, conducts, promotes, and evaluates library programs for children, families, and partner organizations.
• Checks materials in and out, creates and updates patron accounts, shelves materials, and assists patrons in finding materials.
• Provides reader’s advisory and book recommendations.
• Assists patrons with computers, online catalog, and other library equipment and resources.
• Creates displays and displays, bulletin boards, and activities promoting literacy and reading.
• Assists in planning and conducting community outreach activities.
• Participates in the library’s ongoing training program.

Skills

Customer service

Patron assistance

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

1-2 years library or customer service experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Office equipment

Job description

Job Description

The Library Associate – Children’s Services provides library services and materials to children, caregivers, families, and partner organizations.

Job Description

The Library Associate – Children’s Services provides library services and materials to children, caregivers, families, and partner organizations.

Essential Functions

• Provides exceptional customer service to external and internal customers. Responds to and resolves patron questions or concerns.
• Plans, conducts, promotes, and evaluates library programs for children, families, and partner organizations.
• Checks materials in and out, creates and updates patron accounts, shelves materials, and assists patrons in finding materials. Provides reader’s advisory and book recommendations.
• Assists patrons with computers, online catalog, and other library equipment and resources.
• Creates displays, bulletin boards, and other activities promoting the library, literacy, and reading.
• Assists in planning and conducting community outreach activities.
• Participates in the library’s ongoing training program.

Non-Essential Functions

• Assists with operation of departmental social media accounts.
• Assists with Bookmobile services as needed.
• Moves and arranges furniture and equipment as needed.
• Works evenings and weekends as required.
• Performs all other related duties as required.

Qualifications: Education and Work Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree; 1-2 years of library or customer service experience, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge and skills.
• Proficient with computers, Microsoft Office/Google Workspace, and office equipment.
• Must possess a valid South Carolina driver’s license.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequently required to perform basic physical activities and communicate effectively to carry out essential job duties.
• Must be able to reach, bend, stoop, carry, move and lift 10 lb. objects regularly.
• Correctable vision sufficient to read monitors, labels, and drive safely.

Company Description

Vision

Florence County strives to be an exceptional place to live, work, and visit by enhancing the quality of life for our employees and those who call the County home, by encouraging innovation and economic opportunities, and by fostering trust and integrity in the County.

Mission

Florence County will provide high-quality public services, plan for the needs of our citizens, and promote a safe, healthy, and thriving community for all.

Benefits

• South Carolina Retirement System
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• Paid HolidaysHealth Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Flexible Spending Account
• Onsite Employee Health Clinic
• Onsite Employee Workout Facility
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Supplemental Insurance Options
• Discounted rates at local fitness facilities