Library - Bookmobile Services Assistant

Sumter; Sumter (SC); Vor Ort; USD 23.000 - 28.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Sumter County invites applications for a Bookmobile Services Assistant to support library outreach by operating, maintaining, and coordinating the bookmobile schedule. The role delivers library resources to the community, provides courier services between branches, and keeps the bookmobile clean, stocked, and ready for service.

Responsibilities include assisting with operations, planning routes, inspecting vehicles, managing inventory, and supporting department manuals.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid South Carolina driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Flexible schedule, daytime, evening, and weekend hours.

Aufgaben

• Assist with bookmobile operations and community outreach services.
• Operate bookmobile and cargo van to deliver library services throughout the community.
• Inspect vehicles regularly and report maintenance needs to appropriate staff.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and overall readiness of the bookmobile.
• Provide courier services between library branch locations.
• Assist with scheduling and tracking bookmobile usage and activities.
• Maintain inventory and order bookmobile supplies as needed.
• Organize and maintain bookmobile office files and records.
• Support development and updates of departmental manuals and procedures.
• Participate in professional development and training opportunities.

Kenntnisse

Library operations

Organizational skills

Communication

Multitasking

Work under pressure

Driving

Team player

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Databases

Library systems

Jobbeschreibung

Sumter County is Presently Seeking A Bookmobile Services Assistant for the Library

Starting Salary: $25,000

Position Summary

The Bookmobile Services Assistant supports library outreach services by assisting with the operation, maintenance, and scheduling of the bookmobile. This role helps deliver library resources to the community, provides courier services between branches, and ensures the bookmobile remains clean, organized, and fully stocked.

Examples of Work Performed

• Assist with bookmobile operations and community outreach services
• Operate bookmobile and cargo van to deliver library services throughout the community
• Inspect vehicles regularly and report maintenance needs to appropriate staff
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and overall readiness of the bookmobile
• Provide courier services between library branch locations
• Assist with scheduling and tracking bookmobile usage and activities
• Maintain inventory and order bookmobile supplies as needed
• Organize and maintain bookmobile office files and records
• Support development and updates of departmental manuals and procedures
• Participate in professional development and training opportunities
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of library operations, procedures, and service techniques
• Ability to operate standard office equipment and computer software (word processing, spreadsheets, databases)
• Ability to learn and utilize specialized library systems and software
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and in varying conditions
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skillsAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the public
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and push/pull book carts exceeding 100 pounds

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid South Carolina driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including daytime, evening, and weekend hours

Working Conditions

• Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in a mobile environment
• Frequent travel throughout the community using the bookmobile or county vehicles
• Exposure to varying weather conditions
• Requires physical activity including lifting, bending, and pushing/pulling carts

Benefits

Sumter County Government participates in the State Health Plans and Retirement plans administered by PEBA (Public Employee Benefit Authority). A complete listing of benefits and eligibility requirements can be found at peba.sc.gov.

Request Assistance

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Reasonable Accommodation

Applicants with disabilities may contact Sumter County Government – Human Resources via telephone at [phone], FAX [phone], or email [e-mail] to request and arrange for accommodations. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sumter County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, and promote individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, age, national origin, veteran status, or disability, in compliance with applicable State and Federal laws.