Part-Time Library Desk Specialist — Carnegie Desk

City-of-Oregon-Cit; Oregon City (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental benefits (pro-rated)

Paid leave (pro-rated)

Job summary

The City of Oregon City is seeking a Library Assistant II to staff the Carnegie Desk for 26 hours per week. This union-represented position supports the patron computer lab and library operations.

Responsibilities include assisting patrons with finding materials, guiding searches, shelving, placing holds, and basic reference work. Preference given to those with technology experience and strong customer service.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of basic library methods and cataloging practices.
• Experience assisting patrons with technology and providing customer service.
• Ability to work with circulation, reference and children's services.
• Familiarity with using online databases and library systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist patrons with finding library materials and using resource searches.
• Sort and file books, place holds, and process library card applications.
• Open and close the library and support the Carnegie Desk operations.
• Provide reader's advisory and basic reference assistance to patrons.
• Train and guide staff in circulation operations and maintain an orderly environment.

Skills

Patron assistance

Customer service

Technology help

Teamwork

Education

Certificate in library science

Associates degree substitute

Tools

Library catalog databases

Online databases

Job description

The City of Oregon City is seeking a Library Assistant II to staff the Carnegie Desk for 26 hours per week. This union-represented position supports the patron computer lab and library operations.

Responsibilities include assisting patrons with finding materials, guiding searches, shelving, placing holds, and basic reference work. Preference given to those with technology experience and strong customer service.