[POOL] Library Aide

Linn-Benton Comunity Clg-Santiam; Albany, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Linn-Benton Community College is seeking a part-time library aide to support circulation desk operations and patron services in a pooled pool. The role involves checking out and in materials, shelving, and assisting with interlibrary loans within the Linn Libraries Consortium.

Responsibilities include maintaining order, handling basic technical services, and supporting staff as needed. Prior library exposure and strong customer service are valued; position is contingent on residency and criminal

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• General office and computer skills required.
• Ability to operate library equipment (PC, printer, scanner).
• Excellent customer service and communication with patrons.

Responsibilities

• Assist patrons at circulation desk and check out/in materials.
• Process interlibrary loans and route to LBCC centers.
• Maintain order and tidy shelves; replace paper and cartridges.
• Operate library equipment and assist in technical services.
• Support staff and cover basic operations during meetings.

Skills

General office skills

Computer skills

Customer service

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Library systems

Job description

This posting is for a pooled position. Application submissions for “[ POOL ]” positions are accepted on an ongoing basis to ensure a continuous and ready pool of qualified candidates for immediate review when the need arises. If/when a position becomes available, the College will review applications from this pool, and interview candidates whose qualifications best match the specific opening.

• Applicants must reapply to the pool annually to maintain their active status in the pool.

Provides general assistance to patrons at the circulation desk.

• Assists in circulation services by checking out library materials to library users, checking in and shelving library materials, straightening and inventorying library shelves, searching for materials, accepting interlibrary loan and reserve requests, and registering new library users. Receive shipments from other libraries in the Linn Libraries Consortium. Prepare and route materials to other libraries in the Linn Libraries Consortium and also to LB instructional centers.
• Answers routine questions about the library requiring basic knowledge of library operations and systems, computers and photocopiers, and location of materials. Refers complex reference questions and problems to a librarian.
• Assists in maintaining order in the library by tidying, dusting, cleaning surfaces, refilling printer/photocopier paper, and changing printer cartridges.
• Assists as needed in technical services by processing library materials (applying stamps, labels, barcodes, etc.) disposing of withdrawn materials, and repairing damaged materials.
• Assists library staff with other duties as required. May cover basic library operations while staff attend meetings.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Position involves light to medium work including walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, carrying and lifting of light weight materials (less than 10 pounds) Requires pushing of book carts (about 50 pounds).

Work is performed in a library setting with minimal exposure to health and safety hazards. There is frequent customer contact. Considerable time is spent working at a computer.

Education and Experience

• Position requires a high school diploma or equivalent.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Requires general office and computer skills.
• Requires the ability to independently perform the duties of the position efficiently and effectively.
• Requires the ability to operate library equipment including personal computer, printer, photocopier, book scanner, etc.
• Requires the ability to read, understand and follow well-defined policies and procedures relating to job duties.
• Requires the ability to provide effective customer service and communicate with patrons and staff in a manner which meets their needs and reflects positively on the library and the College.

Employment Requirement

• Criminal Background Check - C4

Compensation Information:

All Part-time Classified employees begin at Step 1 of the salary schedule, corresponding to the position’s grade. Placement at a higher step on the salary schedule is not negotiable. Step increases are subject to eligibility, and only take place at the end of the Fiscal Year in July if approved and submitted by the employee’s supervisor of record. Hours worked in more than one position or department cannot be combined for step advancement. Part-time Classified employees are paid once monthly, on the last day of the month.

• Athletic Trainers, Farm Aides, Sign Language Interpreters, Transcribers, and Translators can find individual hourly rate information at the bottom of the Salary Schedule.
• LBCC offers a pay incentive to eligible employees who demonstrate proficiency in conversational Spanish when evaluated and formally certified by a college-approved professional or agency. Eligibility to apply for and receive bilingual pay incentives for Spanish and languages other than English are subject to the provisions of Administrative Rule 6025-06. For more detailed information, please review the LBCC Bilingual Pay Incentive Administrative Policy.
• As a condition of employment, all new employees are required to be compensated via direct deposit.
• Offers of employment are contingent on the applicant having Oregon residency at the time work commences.
• Employment is subject to completion of a post-offer criminal background check.
• Linn-Benton Community College does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s Form I-9 confirming authorization to work in the United States of America.

Additionally, please note:

• As a condition of employment, all new employees are required to be compensated via direct deposit.
• Offers of employment are contingent on the applicant having Oregon residency at the time work commences.
• Employment is subject to completion of a post-offer criminal background check.
• Linn-Benton Community College does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s Form I-9 confirming authorization to work in the United States of America.

Linn-Benton Community College is a Fair Chance employer committed to inclusive hiring practices.

We welcome applications from individuals with a broad range of lived experiences, including those who have been involved with the justice system. If you are selected as a finalist, a conditional job offer will be contingent upon the successful completion of job-related pre-employment checks. These may include a background check, sex offender registry checks, motor vehicle history check, civil records checks, or other relevant screenings. Please note that background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check process, please reach out to Human Resources at [e-mail]

LBCC is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.