Youth Services Public Library Associate II

ADP, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Indianapolis Public Library is seeking a Public Services Associate II (Juvenile Focus) for the InfoZone at the Children's Museum in Indianapolis, IN. This is a full-time role with a schedule that includes day, evening and weekend hours, and at least six Sundays per year.

Responsibilities include assisting patrons with library services, providing quick and in-depth reference, helping users navigate computers and databases, developing programs, and supporting collection management and

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Library Technical Assistant Degree.
• Indiana State Librarian Certificate 5 – Professional Assistant; or working towards certification.
• Be available to work day, evening, and weekend hours - including at least 6 Sundays per year.
• Be able to navigate basic computer functions, including Microsoft Word, Excel, internet browsing.
• Be bilingual (preferred but not required).

Responsibilities

• Assists patrons with various library services, including finding library materials, recommending titles, locating materials at other branches, placing requests and referring to other community resources.
• Provides quick reference and in-depth reference assistance and research to patrons, referring certain subject-specific reference questions to Librarians assigned to those collections.
• Provides assistance and instruction to patrons in using computers, IndyPL website, downloadable services, databases, online catalog, printers and other equipment.
• Troubleshoots a wide variety of technical issues with computers, mobile devices, digital services and other office equipment.
• Develops, promotes, and presents programming both within the branch and in the community served.
• Assists with collection management activities including wanding, CollectionHQ reports, weeding and general maintenance as assigned.
• Sorts and shelves materials as needed. Evaluates materials for condition and usefulness and discards accordingly.
• Creates and maintains displays and promotional materials as needed.
• Records and reports statistics related to tasks including reference assistance, use of materials, program attendance and community contacts.
• Informs patrons of library policies and procedures; observes patron activity.
• Creates monthly and quarterly book reviews and lists for Bibliocommons.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Bilingual (preferred)

Education

Associate’s or Library Technical Assistant Degree

Indiana State Librarian Certificate 5 – Professional Assistant

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Internet browsing

Job description

The Indianapolis Public Library is seeking a Public Services Associate II (Juvenile Focus) for the InfoZone at the Children's Museum in Indianapolis, IN. This is a full-time role with a schedule that includes day, evening and weekend hours, and at least six Sundays per year.

Responsibilities include assisting patrons with library services, providing quick and in-depth reference, helping users navigate computers and databases, developing programs, and supporting collection management and