Part-Time Branch Library Assistant: Circulation & Programs

Watonwan County; Butterfield (MN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Watonwan County Library is seeking a part-time circulation and reference assistant to provide professional, customer-focused service in a public library setting. The role reports to the Branch Manager, with guidance from the Library Director and Assistant Director.

The position requests an average 14.5 hours per week with a schedule Tue–Thu and every Saturday; additional fill-in hours may be available. Responsibilities include patron assistance, registrations, and program support.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent with some public-facing experience.
• Experience assisting the public is preferred.
• Willingness to perform janitorial tasks and light office duties.

Responsibilities

• Provide circulation and reference services to the public.
• Assist patrons with selection and checking in/out of library materials.
• Respond to public inquiries over the phone and perform receptionist duties on the circulation desk.
• Register new library patrons and maintain registration and circulation files.
• Unpack and distribute library materials and courier items; verify inter-library loans.
• Shelve library materials and return rotation materials to headquarters.
• Promote library services and coordinate with city officials and community groups.
• May perform janitorial tasks including snow shoveling; attend staff meetings as requested.

Skills

Clerical skills

Computer literacy

Keyboarding

Filing

Education

High school graduation

Tools

Library software

Job description

Watonwan County Library is seeking a part-time circulation and reference assistant to provide professional, customer-focused service in a public library setting. The role reports to the Branch Manager, with guidance from the Library Director and Assistant Director.

The position requests an average 14.5 hours per week with a schedule Tue–Thu and every Saturday; additional fill-in hours may be available. Responsibilities include patron assistance, registrations, and program support.