Part-Time Public Library Associate — Programs & Outreach

SLC Public Library; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salt Lake City Public Library is seeking an Associate Librarian to perform reference, circulation, and customer service duties across library branches in Salt Lake City. The role includes leading or assisting with programming and outreach.

You will join a team focused on delivering high-quality service, supporting collections, and helping diverse patrons. Part-time schedule includes evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree and one year related job experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates background and knowledge in performing primary responsibilities will be considered.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills, ability to work with teams, and the ability to motivate and negotiate with diverse individuals and groups.
• Enthusiasm to work with the public and a solid foundation in good customer service skills.
• Intermediate knowledge of operating a computer and programs.
• Ability to work days, nights or weekends as scheduled.
• If travel is required for library purposes must have transportation. If using personal vehicle must maintain state required insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality customer service. Respond to patron inquiries and provide in-depth reference and readers advisory.
• Interpret Library rules, policies and procedures to the public; interact with patrons in person, by phone and electronically.
• Assist patrons with computers and technology; serve a diverse population.
• Foster good working relationships with staff, patrons, volunteers and vendors.
• May deliver high quality library programs and services to the community.
• Take leadership roles in committees or workgroups aligned with strategic goals.
• Provide support with collection maintenance and display creation.
• Mentor staff and supervise volunteers or act as in-charge manager when needed.
• Perform circulation tasks including check-in/out, holds, and cash handling.
• Sort and shelve materials and retrieve from book drop.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Public service

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Computer proficiency

Job description

The Salt Lake City Public Library is seeking an Associate Librarian to perform reference, circulation, and customer service duties across library branches in Salt Lake City. The role includes leading or assisting with programming and outreach.

You will join a team focused on delivering high-quality service, supporting collections, and helping diverse patrons. Part-time schedule includes evenings and weekends.