Library Materials & Interlibrary Services Specialist

Washington County; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington County is seeking Library Assistants to join our Technical Services team within Library Services. These four full-time positions support the centralized collections and interlibrary loan workflows to deliver high-quality books and media to the community.

As a Library Assistant, you will process materials, handle interlibrary loan requests, assist patrons, and help maintain accurate records while delivering excellent customer service in a collaborative, diverse environment.

Qualifications

• One year of administrative or library support experience, with at least six months in a library.
• Bilingual skills are highly desired, but not required for the role.
• Commitment to accurate records, customer service, and punctual work.

Responsibilities

• Process books, media, and other library materials.
• Handle interlibrary loan requests, returns, and processing.
• Handle library mail service materials for patrons who cannot visit a library.
• Copy cataloging items.
• Prepare and place orders for materials.
• Contact vendors to maintain efficient materials acquisition.
• Shelving, pulling holds, and checking in items on our central sorter.
• Assist patrons on the phone and online.

Skills

Basic data analysis

Maintaining accurate records

Time management

Customer service

Adaptability

Reading policies

Cooperation with diverse groups

Education

One year of administrative or library support experience; six months in a library

Job description

Washington County is seeking Library Assistants to join our Technical Services team within Library Services. These four full-time positions support the centralized collections and interlibrary loan workflows to deliver high-quality books and media to the community.

As a Library Assistant, you will process materials, handle interlibrary loan requests, assist patrons, and help maintain accurate records while delivering excellent customer service in a collaborative, diverse environment.