Part-Time Library Reference Assistant | Reader’s Advisor

City of Verona; Verona (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

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Job summary

Verona Public Library is seeking a part-time Reference Assistant to provide reference help and support in the Reference Department. Responsibilities include technology education, collection maintenance, and creating appealing book displays for patrons.

The role averages 15 hours per week with a starting wage of $20.23/hour and may qualify for benefits based on work history. Evening/weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• Two years of study at an accredited college, university, or technical school.
• Customer service experience.
• Public library experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide reader's advisory, reference, and research assistance.
• Assist patrons with locating materials or placing materials on hold.
• Instruct patrons on use of library resources including the library catalog.
• Assist patrons with using library computers.
• Proctor exams for patrons.
• Make study and meeting room reservations.
• Assist with outer library loan requests.
• Send faxes for patrons.
• Carry out library policies and procedures.
• Attend and participate in team meetings.
• Create book displays.
• Assist in library weeding or collection maintenance projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reader advisory

Customer service

Communication

Information retrieval

Computer assistance

Library procedures knowledge

English grammar

Spanish (plus)

Education

Two years of college/university study or related experience

Customer service experience

Public library experience preferred

Job description

Verona Public Library is seeking a part-time Reference Assistant to provide reference help and support in the Reference Department. Responsibilities include technology education, collection maintenance, and creating appealing book displays for patrons.

The role averages 15 hours per week with a starting wage of $20.23/hour and may qualify for benefits based on work history. Evening/weekend work may be required.