Library Patron Support & Reader Advisor

City of Arlington; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Arlington’s library seeks a Reference Librarian Assistant to deliver reference and readers advisory services, help patrons with information needs, and support daily library operations on site. You will use print and digital resources, assist with circulation processes and collection maintenance, and collaborate with staff to serve the public effectively.

Qualifications include at least one year of college and customer service experience in a library or bookstore, plus basic

Qualifications

• One year of college.
• One year of customer service experience in a bookstore or library.
• Basic information-finding strategies and familiarity with library resources.
• Ability to work with Dewey Decimal classification and library operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist patrons with information, education and recreational reading needs through reference and reader advisory services.
• Source information from print material, electronic databases, and community sources.
• Process circulation tasks and collect fines using a cash management system.
• Shelve materials and assist with collection maintenance; adapt to fluctuating workloads.

Skills

Information lookup

Cash handling

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Dewey Decimal

Interpersonal skills

Education

One year of college

Tools

Automated circulation system

Windows-based software

Job description

City of Arlington’s library seeks a Reference Librarian Assistant to deliver reference and readers advisory services, help patrons with information needs, and support daily library operations on site. You will use print and digital resources, assist with circulation processes and collection maintenance, and collaborate with staff to serve the public effectively.

Qualifications include at least one year of college and customer service experience in a library or bookstore, plus basic