Library Associate-LOW (PT)

City of Lincoln; Oakland (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

State retirement plan

Direct deposit

Vacation & sick time

Paid holidays

Job summary

MidPointe Library System in Middletown, OH is seeking a part-time Library Associate to deliver friendly, customer-focused service across in-building and bookmobile operations.

Responsibilities include assisting patrons, processing holds and returns, driving the 30' bookmobile (CDL not required), and promoting online resources. Requires a high school diploma, valid driver's license, and ability to lift up to 50 pounds; MS Office and Internet experience are expected.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle record, no CDL needed.
• Must be able to safely operate the 30' bookmobile and other fleet vehicles.
• Must be friendly, approachable and provide a positive patron experience.
• Must have excellent customer service, strong problem solving, and adaptability.
• Must be able to read, write and understand English.
• Computer experience including MS Office and Internet.

Responsibilities

• Assist patrons, check in/out materials, and process holds and reserves.
• Drive the 30' bookmobile and other fleet vehicles (no CDL required).
• Sort, shelve materials and use lists to pull items for patrons.
• Provide reading recommendations and guidance on using online resources.
• Support community outreach at schools and events as needed.

Skills

Customer service

English proficiency

Problem solving

Teamwork

Adaptability

Safety conscious

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Internet

Job description

• Location 125 S BROAD ST,Middletown, OH, 45044-4004,United States
• Base Pay $17.00 - $24.70 / Hour
• Job Category Library Associate
• Relocation Expense Covered No
• Employee Type Non-Exempt PT
• Required Degree High school
• Travel 80%
• Manage Others No

At the MidPointe Library System, our mission is to enrich our community through access and experiences. We do that by connecting a curious community to our library services and strive to provide a positive learning experience.

Our Library On Wheels (LOW) provides library services outside of our buildings, such as on our bookmobile, providing our patrons with excellent customer service by giving reading recommendations; providing computer assistance; creating library cards; assisting patrons with check in and check out; and giving instruction on how to use the online card catalog, the Internet, e-reader tablets and other online & digital resources. As a library associate you'll also drive the 30' bookmobile & other LOW fleet vehicles (no CDL license is needed), process holds and reserves; look up materials; sort; shelve; pull holds; and use lists to pull materials.

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle record, and continuous insurability on the library's insurance. No CDL license is needed.
• Must be able to safely drive, ride, and work in all library fleet vehicles, including the 30' bookmobile, as well as operate all the controls on all of the vehicles. Driver training is provided.
• Must be friendly, approachable, and provide a positive experience to patrons.
• Must have excellent customer service, a strong service ethic, excellent problem solving skills, adapt rapidly to change, and thrive in a busy environment.
• Must have computer experience that includes MS Office, and the Internet.
• Need to be able to independently (and with others), quickly, and favorably respond to new or changed responsibilities and/or situations, and be able to prioritize and handle confidential information.
• Have a good knowledge of literature that appeals to children, teens, and adults.
• Must be able to learn and carry out the responsibilities of the position.
• Must be able to effectively read (including cursive), write, speak, and understand English.
• Must have manual dexterity sufficient to operate library equipment, including all library fleet vehicles, that will enable assurance of position requirements. When necessary, must shovel snow, and empty trash.
• Must have sufficient visual acuity to safely drive all library vehicles, have clarity of speech and hearing, and respond effectively to alarms, traffic, etc.
• Must be able to regularly move up to 30 pounds of library materials up and down vehicle steps; move crates that could weigh up to 50 pounds when full on and off all library vehicles; and move book carts that, when full, could weigh up to 200+ pounds.
• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors and in areas that contain disinfectant odors, dust, and other possible allergens.
• Regular and predictable physical attendance and punctuality is required.

SUMMARY

We have a part-time opening for a customer-oriented individual who likes to be out and about in the community visiting schools & assisted living centers, and participating in neighborhood community events and parades. To thrive in this environment, you need customer service, but you don't need library experience, we can teach you!

HOURS

24 hours per week that includes days, evenings, weekends, and occasional holiday's.

Example Week A: M 8:00-3:30 pm; T 10:00-4:00pm; W 8:00-3:30 pm; Th 12:00-4:30 pm; F off; S off; Sun off.

Example Week B: M 12:00-4:00 pm; T 8:00-3:30pm; W 8:00-3:30 pm; Th off; F off; S 9:00-3:00pm; Sun off.

BENEFITS

• Part-time benefits include state retirement plan; direct deposit; accrued vacation & sick time; eligible paid holiday's and floating holiday's; and more.

SALARY

The pay range for this job is $17.00 - $24.70 per hour. The pay rate depends on job factors such as experience, education, job skills, languages spoken and any certifications.