Part-Time Children's Library Aide — Evenings & Weekends

Town of Vernon; Vernon (CT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Town of Vernon, Library Department, is seeking a Part Time Children's Library Assistant to provide friendly customer service and handle routine circulation tasks in a busy public library.

The role involves checking materials in/out, placing holds, processing interlibrary loans, collecting fines, issuing library cards, and guiding patrons in using catalogs and computers. Evening and weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; ability to demonstrate proficiency with office computers and library circulation applications.
• Excellent customer service, strong oral and written communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends; police background check required.
• Library Technical Assistant certificate and some library experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Check library materials in and out; place items on reserve; process interlibrary loans.
• Prepare overdue notices; collect fines; maintain customer and collection records.
• Issue library cards; assist patrons with services, catalog use, and programs.
• Assist with displays, exhibits and program promotions; shelf-reading; record statistics.
• Assist in training new Library Assistants; work evenings and weekends; perform related duties.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Computer proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Library Technical Assistant certificate

Some library experience

Job description

Town of Vernon, Library Department, is seeking a Part Time Children's Library Assistant to provide friendly customer service and handle routine circulation tasks in a busy public library.

The role involves checking materials in/out, placing holds, processing interlibrary loans, collecting fines, issuing library cards, and guiding patrons in using catalogs and computers. Evening and weekend availability is required.