Part-Time Library Assistant - Evening & Weekend

Township-of-Lower-Merio; Gladwyne (PA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Township of Lower Meri o seeks a part-time Library Clerk to support Adult and Junior Rooms with circulation, reference, reader’s advisory, processing, and public assistance. You will operate the catalog and databases, assist patrons with locating materials, and promote online resources and technology services.

The role requires strong customer service, interpersonal skills, and basic arithmetic. Training is provided; background checks are required.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent, some college desired.
• Library experience desired.
• Knowledge of Adult, Children and Young Adult literature desired.
• Experience in computer operation including Apple products, Chromebooks, and Microsoft Office particularly Word and Excel required.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Customer service experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Provides circulation, reference, reader’s advisory services, processing and other duties as necessary.
• Assists in operation of both the Adult and Junior Room.
• Uses library computer system to register and update borrower information, check materials in and out, process overdue materials and reserves, and collect fines.
• Answers telephone inquiries and provides information and direction to patrons.
• Demonstrates use of the computerized catalog, electronic databases, and reader’s advisory.
• Promotes use of online resources and technology services offered by the library.
• Performs shelving and maintenance tasks, assists with opening/closing, and handles donations and new materials processing.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Public assistance

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Library catalog system

Chromebooks

Microsoft Word & Excel

Job description

Township of Lower Meri o seeks a part-time Library Clerk to support Adult and Junior Rooms with circulation, reference, reader’s advisory, processing, and public assistance. You will operate the catalog and databases, assist patrons with locating materials, and promote online resources and technology services.

The role requires strong customer service, interpersonal skills, and basic arithmetic. Training is provided; background checks are required.