Part-Time Library Assistant: Outreach & Patron Support

City and County of San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

City and County of San Francisco seeks a part-time Library Assistant (3610) to support citywide library operations. The role covers routine circulation tasks, patron assistance, and clerical duties in a busy environment.

Prospective applicants will handle accounts, reports, and light logistics related to programs and outreach across multiple library locations. Strong customer-service skills, basic data entry, and familiarity with library systems are desirable.

Qualifications

• Nine or more semester units of college coursework in library studies
• One year of clerical library experience or equivalent
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs with assistance and occasional heavy materials handling

Responsibilities

• Perform circulation duties including charging and discharging materials
• Assist patrons in locating materials and resources
• Process patron account applications and maintain records
• Operate and troubleshoot library equipment and systems
• Record fines and manage related payments and reports
• Provide logistical support for library programs and outreach

Skills

Customer service

Data entry

Patron assistance

Equipment maintenance

Education

Library studies coursework

Clerical library experience

Tools

Library systems

Job description

City and County of San Francisco seeks a part-time Library Assistant (3610) to support citywide library operations. The role covers routine circulation tasks, patron assistance, and clerical duties in a busy environment.

Prospective applicants will handle accounts, reports, and light logistics related to programs and outreach across multiple library locations. Strong customer-service skills, basic data entry, and familiarity with library systems are desirable.