Part-Time Library Assistant, Hog Hammock

Trrl; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Floating holiday

Holiday pay

EAP access

Job summary

Three Rivers Regional Library System is seeking a Part-Time Library Assistant for Hog Hammock Public Library in Sapelo Island, GA. You will assist patrons, manage circulation, respond to inquiries, and support program delivery.

The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, with preference for some college and at least one year in a customer service role. Local library experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred: some college education.
• One year of experience in a public/customer service role.
• Comfortable with technology for business purposes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist patrons with check-in/out, holds, fines, and card issuance.
• Guide patrons to online resources and databases.
• Support collection management and shelving tasks.
• Plan and promote library programs and displays.
• Perform routine administrative tasks and data entry.

Skills

Technology proficiency

Verbal and written communication

Active listening

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college preferred

Job description

Part-Time Library Assistant, Hog Hammock

Description :

Position Title: Part-Time Library Assistant @ Hog Hammock
Reports to: Library Manager
Pay: $15.00/hr
Schedule: Part-time: 16.5 hrs/wk
Tue/Thu 9:00a-4:00p; Sat 9:30a-12:00p
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Work Location: Hog Hammock Public Library, 1023 Hillery Ln, Sapelo Island, GA 31327

The Three Rivers Regional Library System is seeking an enthusiastic and reliable Library Assistant to join our team. You'll play a vital role in providing excellent library services, helping patrons, and supporting various library operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Patron Services

• Provides services to patrons by checking materials in and out, collecting fines, answering directional and reference questions, copying materials, placing holds on items, issuing new and replacement cards, explaining and upholding library policies and procedures, explaining and teaching about the library’s computers, and responding to telephone inquiries.
• Collects payment for lost or damaged materials and overdue fines.
• Assists patrons with utilizing online reference sources and databases.
• Provides assistance and education for requesting items from other libraries in the PINES system and contacting patrons when items come in.
• Provides reference assistance as requested; assists patrons with locating materials, both in the library’s collection and online resources through the Three Rivers Website.

Collection Management

• Sorts and shelves materials; cleans and examines shelves to ensure books are in the proper order.
• Searches for missing items in the library.
• Retrieves items from the book drop throughout the day and checks them in.
• Mends worn and/or torn materials.

Program Development and Implementation

• Plans and conducts programs with other employees .
• Promotes all library programs and resources to the patrons and community.
• Prepares holiday and seasonal displays.
• May be called to do outreach events.

Administrative Tasks

• Perform technical service duties such as entering data into the computer, processing items, replacing barcodes, conducting inventory, assisting and instructing the public in the use of public computers and giving basic Internet instruction.
• Explains the policies and procedures for the use of the community room to interested patrons, while completing the proper paperwork and scheduling procedures for the room.
• May open and close the library, help and/or oversee an after-hours event, as well as work on Saturdays.
• Performs general clerical duties such as typing, filing, and faxing.
• Attends all staff meetings and regional training.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred: some college education.

Experience

• One (1) year of experience working with the public in a customer service role.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Comfortable in use of technology for business purposes.
• Ability to adapt to multiple demands and changing priorities, to learn, and be willing to embrace change.
• Proficient in verbal and written communication.
• Intuitive ability to listen carefully and openly.
• Capacity to interact in a positive, effective manner with all team members and the general public.

Work Environment

The work is typically performed in a library setting.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and reach.
• Manual dexterity to operate computer equipment and other office machinery.

Supervisory Duties

This position has no supervisory duties.

Wages and Benefits

This is a part-time non-exempt temporary position:

• Budgeted at 16.5 hours per week at $15.00 per hour.
• One 8-hour floating holiday annually
• 6 hours holiday pay for Christmas and Thanksgiving days
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), providing confidential counseling, financial advice, and legal resources at no cost.
• Not eligible for retirement, health insurance, or flex benefits

Any offer of employment is contingent upon a criminal background check.

Details : The Three Rivers Regional Library System is seeking an enthusiastic and reliable Library Assistant to join our team. You'll play a vital role in providing excellent library services, helping patrons, and supporting various library operations.

Deadline for Applying : Open Until Filled