Library Circulation Associate – Evenings & Weekends

Handley Regional Library; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation, sick leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

Handley Regional Library seeks a customer-service oriented individual to assist the public at a busy public service desk. Nights and weekends required. Weekly hours: 22 hrs per week, Rate of Pay: $15.00/hr. Reports to Circulation Services Coordinator and is non-exempt.

The role performs paraprofessional circulation duties, including checking materials in/out, answering patron questions, and maintaining the circulation area. The position requires standing, some lifting, and weekend availability.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of public library practices.
• Strong communication skills with patrons and staff.
• Ability to work independently and manage time.
• Familiarity with library materials and circulation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Checks materials in and out at the public service desk.
• Answers patron questions and directs to other sections as needed.
• Opens circulation desk, counts money, and records door counts.
• Shelves and maintains order of circulating materials; routes items for repairs.
• Uses library tech (self-checkout, scanners, copiers) to support daily tasks.

Skills

Public library practices

Customer service

Communication

Patience

Computer literacy

Education

Two-year college degree

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Library computer systems

Job description

Handley Regional Library seeks a customer-service oriented individual to assist the public at a busy public service desk. Nights and weekends required. Weekly hours: 22 hrs per week, Rate of Pay: $15.00/hr. Reports to Circulation Services Coordinator and is non-exempt.

The role performs paraprofessional circulation duties, including checking materials in/out, answering patron questions, and maintaining the circulation area. The position requires standing, some lifting, and weekend availability.