On-Call Library Assistant — Customer Service Pro

City-of-Sherwood,-o; Sherwood (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Sherwood is seeking an on-call Library Assistant to support circulation, reference, and general library operations. Duties include checkout, fines handling, and helping patrons with resources and events in a friendly, customer-focused environment.

Shifts are scheduled in advance with some short-notice coverage required; evenings and weekends are possible. Prior library experience is preferred, with willingness to learn and adapt to city policies.

Qualifications

• High school education plus coursework and six months library experience.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Willingness to work varied shifts including evenings/weekends.
• Ability to learn library systems and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Staff the circulation area and handle checkouts and fines.
• Perform paraprofessional library duties such as loans and cataloging.
• Prepare materials for circulation and shelving.
• Provide ready reference and readers' advisory to the public.
• Assist with library events and outreach as needed.
• Perform clerical tasks and data entry.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Flexibility

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Library catalogs

Databases

Cash handling

Job description

The City of Sherwood is seeking an on-call Library Assistant to support circulation, reference, and general library operations. Duties include checkout, fines handling, and helping patrons with resources and events in a friendly, customer-focused environment.

Shifts are scheduled in advance with some short-notice coverage required; evenings and weekends are possible. Prior library experience is preferred, with willingness to learn and adapt to city policies.