Library Assistant

Description
The Library Assistant is responsible for making library resources readily available to patrons and staff. The employees in this position perform support staff duties in a public library and related work as required. The Library Assistant is a beginning level position in the library field, requiring interest in and capacity to acquire a working knowledge of library techniques and procedures. The work is performed independently and reports directly to the Executive Director.
Responsibilities

• Interact with and assist patrons
• Perform circulation desk duties
• Provide technology support
• Sort and shelve books
• Issue and receive library materials
• Register patrons
• Receive payments
• Help recommend and process new/discarded materials
• Maintain statistics
• Assist in programming and research requests
• Assist with general library promotions
• Perform general cleaning around the library
• Participate in continuing education opportunities

Requirements

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and library patrons
• Excellent customer service and service orientation
• Ability to learn library rules, procedures, and practices
• Ability to understand written and oral instructions
• Knowledge and proficiency with Library Automated System
• Familiarity with technology, including but not limited to PCs, smartphones, databases,
• printing/scanning/faxing, etc.
• Capacity for attention to detail and accuracy
• Accurate spelling, word processing, and filing skills
• Understanding of the Dewey Decimal System
• Time management and multitasking
• General care of library materials – regular inspection, maintenance/repair and an ability to
• lift up to 40 lbs
• Making decisions – analyze info and evaluate results to choose the best solution and
• solve problems
• Critical thinking
• General cleaning such as light dusting, sweeping floors, etc.
• Ability to work independently

Education & Training
High school diploma; or equivalency and any related courses; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skill, and abilities.
Pennsylvania Act 34 Criminal Record Check, Act 151 (Child Abuse) Background Check, and Act 114 Federal (FBI) Background checks required.
Pay/Hours
This is an hourly position at $12.00/hour with expectations of 25 hours/week on average. The typical schedule includes weekdays, some evenings and 2-3 Saturdays per month.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

• Job Type: Part-time
• Pay: $12.00 per hour
• Expected hours: 25.0 per week
• Benefits: Paid time off

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person