Library Services Specialist

Radford; Radford (VA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Radford Public Library is seeking a part-time Library Assistant to support clerical tasks, assist patrons, and keep daily records. Evening and weekend availability is required, with up to 20 hours per week at $12.77 per hour.

You will work in a team-friendly, public-service environment, learning library procedures and using online resources. A high school diploma and reliable transportation are expectations, along with the ability to stand, climb ladders, and communicate clearly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with some clerical experience.
• Experience in a library or customer service is preferred.
• Ability to learn library tasks and use online resources.

Responsibilities

• Perform light clerical tasks in the library and maintain records.
• Assist patrons with inquiries and circulation tasks.
• Follow directions from supervisors and work in a team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Typing

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Opportunities

Part-time, up to 20 hours/week at $12.77 per hour. Evening and weekend availability is required. Schedule flexibility and a source of reliable transportation to and from work is necessary. Consider a one-year commitment at minimum to this position.

General Definition of Work:

Performs responsible clerical work in the public library system; does related work as required. Experience using online resources. Experience working in a library serving the general public preferred. Reference or circulations experience in a library preferred. Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively and efficiently in a team-oriented environment. Ability to take direction well from immediate supervisors.

Essential Functions/Typical tasks:

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Some knowledge of the procedures, practices, and equipment of a public library; some knowledge of business English, spelling, and arithmetic; good reading skills, ability to learn standard library tasks readily and adhere to prescribed routines; ability to stand for extended periods of time and climb step ladders; ability to perform routine clerical and record-keeping tasks; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with library employees and patrons; ability to speak clearly and concisely; ability to deal tactfully with the public; ability to type accurately at a reasonable rate of speed.

Education and experience

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and some experience in general clerical or library work.

Physical requirements:

This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects; work requires stooping, crouching, bending, squatting, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, and lifting; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for operation of machines, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.

Special requirements: Completion of pre-employment testing and background screening is a must.