Part-Time Library Circulation & Programs Assistant

LIVE OAK PUBLIC LIBRARIES; Hinesville (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Live Oak Public Libraries in Hinesville, GA is seeking a Part-Time Library Assistant to support daily library operations and deliver quality customer service.

This 29-hour-per-week role focuses on circulation, shelving, reports, programming support, and assisting patrons with digital resources.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least six months of customer service experience; a valid driver’s license is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months of customer service experience preferred.
• Familiarity with public libraries and Dewey Decimal helpful.
• PINES/Integrated Library System familiarity preferred.
• Ability to learn basic library procedures and materials handling.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily branch opening and closing procedures.
• Provides circulation services.
• Prepares, runs, and completes needed library reports.
• Receives and processes all library materials.
• Shelves library materials.
• Maintains shelf appearance by straightening, shifting, and ensuring items are in correct order.
• Maintains library materials by mending, shelf reading, and weeding on condition.
• Markets Library materials through timely, relevant displays.
• Provides assistance/troubleshooting with the use of public fax machines, computers, printers, and photocopiers.
• Provides assistance with general information inquiries and requests.
• Performs cash handling.
• Provides assistance in the use of electronic resources.
• Provides assistance in the use of basic computer programs (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Suite, etc.).
• Prepares and presents programming.
• May act as Person-In-Charge in the absence of senior staff, as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Organization

Communication

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Flexibility

Library practices

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

PINES

Job description

Live Oak Public Libraries in Hinesville, GA is seeking a Part-Time Library Assistant to support daily library operations and deliver quality customer service.

This 29-hour-per-week role focuses on circulation, shelving, reports, programming support, and assisting patrons with digital resources.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least six months of customer service experience; a valid driver’s license is preferred.