Library Circulation Specialist I

OKEECHOBEE COUNTY; Okeechobee, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

OKIEECHOBEE COUNTY is seeking a Routine Library Assistant to support one or more service areas in the county library system. Work is performed under general supervision of the Library Specialist II and the Library Services Director.

Duties include assisting at the circulation desk, processing returns, locating materials, replenishing supplies, and providing reader assistance to patrons. A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

One year of library experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of library services and operations.
• Ability to communicate with patrons and staff.
• Ability to interpret circulation policies.
• Typing speed of 35 words per minute.
• Ability to work without close supervision.
• Ability to understand oral and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assists at the circulation desk according to established procedures.
• Maintains orderly flow of returned materials.
• Assists in the search and recovery of library materials.
• Monitors and replenishes supplies from centralized stock for staff and patrons.
• Provides reader assistance in services to patrons.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Typing 35 wpm

Library policies

Clerical tasks

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Automated circulation desk

Job description

OKIEECHOBEE COUNTY is seeking a Routine Library Assistant to support one or more service areas in the county library system. Work is performed under general supervision of the Library Specialist II and the Library Services Director.

Duties include assisting at the circulation desk, processing returns, locating materials, replenishing supplies, and providing reader assistance to patrons. A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

One year of library experience is preferred but not required.