Library Associate (PT)

Scott County Community Development Agency; Savage (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Scott County Community Development Agency is seeking a part-time Library Associate to deliver exceptional customer experiences in the library. You will welcome patrons, assist with accounts and payments, and help customers navigate technology and resources across library desks.

The role also involves planning and delivering programs and outreach activities, including early literacy initiatives and Readmobile visits, with hours and locations that vary to best serve the community.

Qualifications

• Requires equivalency of high school and two years of related experience and a strong background in customer service and technology.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers at information or circulation desks by answering questions and helping with accounts.
• Process accounts, payments, renewals, holds, and interlibrary loan requests; provide change as needed.
• Provide technology assistance and guidance to patrons, including using library devices and online resources.
• Plan, coordinate, and deliver library programs and outreach activities, including Readmobile visits, to support community needs.

Skills

Customer service

Technology skills

Communication

Education

High school equivalency

Job description

Scott County Community Development Agency

Library Associate (PT)

Aug 3, 2026

$22 - $34/hour

Hiring Range:

$24.43 - $28.73/hour

Full Pay Range:

$22.98 - $34.49

Job Summary:

The Library Associate is key to creating exceptional customer experiences. Welcomes customers to the library and proactively assists customers through various aspects of using the library. Provides assistance to customers at information or circulation desks by answering information and account queries. Performs all circulation functions; assists customers with library accounts, including accepting payment; provides technology assistance; assists in planning, coordination, and delivery of library programs, services, and/or projects; and performs other duties as required by the needs of service. Hours and location of work may vary to best serve the needs of library customers; may work in multiple library facilities.

Supports local branch service delivery by welcoming customers to the library, assessing customer needs, and connecting customers with appropriate resources and staff; answering directional and informational questions; providing information services, including research assistance, readers' advisory, and instruction.

Plans, delivers, and/or monitors programs, including early literacy classes; markets and promotes programs throughout the library system; and supports outreach to the community, including Readmobile visits.

Assists customers with library accounts and materials, including processing account applications; verifying account information; checking materials in and out; renewing materials; placing holds and interlibrary loan requests; sorting and shelving materials; accepting payment and making change; and responding to customer concerns and disputes.

Minimum Qualifications:

Requires equivalency of high school and two years of related experience and a strong background in customer service and technology.

The incumbent shall provide a reliable means of transportation for the performance of work responsibilities.

Selection for this position will be based on a minimum qualifications screening and rating of training and experience. Top candidates will be forwarded to hiring manager or supervisor for consideration for interview and/or additional assessments. Final selection will include a background check and approval by the County Board.

The eligible register developed from this posting may be used to fill future FT and PT vacancies within this classification.

Work Location:

A comprehensive benefits package is provided for all employees who work 20 hours per week or more. For detailed benefit information visit the Scott County Benefit Hub using this LINK

Scott County Community Development Agency

We invest in possibilities to live and work in Scott County.

The Scott County Community Development Agency promotes affordable housing, economic development, and resource coordination to enhance the well-being of low and moderate-income families.

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Company size 11–50 employees

Company type Government agency Founded 1974

Total funding 0

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