Library Services Assistant

City of Peoria; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Peoria is seeking a library assistant to support daily operations in the Arts, Culture and Library Services department. You will sort, shelve, and file materials, check items in/out with the library’s automation system, and assist patrons with accounts and holds.

Open to candidates with a high school diploma and basic library experience; a valid AZ driver's license is required upon hire. Your role includes opening/closing duties and helping with special programs as needed.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Basic knowledge of the library, basic computer and technical skills and basic customer services skills required.
• Licenses and Certifications: Valid AZ Driver's License upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Sorts, shelves, and files library materials accurately according to classification systems in a timely manner.
• Reviews shelves for accuracy and re-shelves misplaced items.
• Maintains appearance of work and public areas.
• Performs regular library sweeps and checks the book drop on schedule.
• Assists with opening and closing procedures.
• Packs and prepares materials for transport and handles deliveries.
• Locates and retrieves materials requested from stacks to fill holds.
• Checks-in materials and transit items using the automation system.
• Sorts donated materials by condition and other library criteria.
• Answers phones and assists customers with accounts.
• Uses ILS system to check out, update accounts, place holds, and perform clerical duties.
• Assists with a variety of activities and programs as needed and performs related duties.
• Strives to improve operations and customer service.
• Provides general directional and customer service assistance.

Skills

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Library knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ILS system

Computer basics

Job description

The City of Peoria is seeking a library assistant to support daily operations in the Arts, Culture and Library Services department. You will sort, shelve, and file materials, check items in/out with the library’s automation system, and assist patrons with accounts and holds.

Open to candidates with a high school diploma and basic library experience; a valid AZ driver's license is required upon hire. Your role includes opening/closing duties and helping with special programs as needed.