What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Assistant position at Anoka County?
### Job Duties
Job Posting End Date: October 22, 2026 at 11:59pm CST
Hiring range: $20.19 to 23.22 per hour. Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County.
Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! This includes 24 days paid of flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year, pro-rated based on part-time status.
In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59pm on 10/22/2026.
Position Description
Are you looking for a rewarding career serving the citizens of Anoka County where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others? Do you enjoy providing exceptional customer service and creating a welcoming and inclusive environment? The Anoka County Library system enriches lives by connecting the community to ideas, information, and inspiration. Library staff engage the public through a vast array of library services and resources.
Library Assistants help community members obtain library cards, learn about library offerings and opportunities, and keep books and media flowing throughout the system. They also assist patrons in managing their accounts, using technology, and finding the best sources to fulfill information needs. Library Assistants are an active and essential part of the Anoka County Library team, serving a wonderfully diverse community of library patrons. We are seeking applicants for our current opening at our St. Francis location. Apply today to join Anoka County's Library team!
This is a part-time, non-exempt, on-site position. Interviews will take place the week of 10/28/26 for those selected to move forward in the hiring process.
Pay & Benefits
Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 24: $41,995.20 to $54,600.00 ($20.19 to $26.25 per hour)
24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays pro-rated based on part-time status.
Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
Advancement/professional development opportunities.
Work Location
The position will work at the St. Francis Library, located at: 3519 Bridge St NW, St. Francis, MN 55070
Expected Work Hours
Week One
Tuesday: 9:30am to 6:00pm
Wednesday: 9:30am to 6:00pm
Friday: 8:30am to 5:00pm
Week Two
Saturday: 8:30am to 5:00pm
Tuesday: 9:30am to 6:00pm
Friday: 8:30am to 5:00pm
Job Duties And Responsibilities
These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Library Assistant:
Create a welcoming environment for all by providing excellent customer service.
Perform circulation duties including checkout, returns, assessing damages, running reports and routing materials.
Assist library patrons with requests and provide assistance with technology and basic research support. Connect patrons to physical and virtual library collections.
Organize, maintain and ensure collection tidiness.
Process materials, link electronic records and ensure efficient movement of materials across the county.
Assess patron needs to locate pertinent materials and resources, referring patron to librarians, as appropriate.
Handle cash including processing payments and reconciling the cash drawer.
Provide reference, information and material loan services to patrons of the library.
Place and track orders.
Work closely with library employees providing assistance in processing and fulfilling requests.
Maintain stockroom supplies and ensures cleanliness and orderly materials.
Communicate and apply policies and procedures to library patrons.
Troubleshoot computer software and hardware issues. Identify and resolve issues following standard protocols.
Maintain current knowledge of county and library policies and procedures. Interpret and communicate policies to patrons, as needed.
Qualifications And Requirements
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed
Requires a high school diploma
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Needed
1 year customer service or library experience
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Physical Demands and Work Conditions
Standard office environment, warehouse, or public library depending on assignment
Frequent distraction and multitasking
Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to work on computers. Ability to see colors, shades and brightness.
Hearing abilities required for general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds
Assignments require several hours of varied physical activity in addition to viewing a computer screen, sitting at a desk, or walking/standing to assist patrons
Physical activity may include repeated bending, stooping, reaching, frequent wrist and finger manipulation to complete computer work, and occasionally pushing carts weighing over 300 lbs.
Occasional lifting of 20-50 lbs. while moving materials
Equipment used includes computers, phones, and standard office equipment
Occasional travel to other county work sites as needed
Travel between work sites may require driving a county vehicle and/or a personal vehicle
Work activities may require contact with uncooperative, angry, and sometimes hostile clients
May be required to use kick stools to reach items from high shelves
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions
Union Representation
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between Anoka County and Teamsters - 320.
Selection Process
It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions.
Pre-employment Requirements
Anoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen and DOT physical, and/or other qualifications checks may be necessary for certain positions. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to obtain to conduct such screenings and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.
About Anoka County
As the fourth largest county in Minnesota, Anoka County thrives because of the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. United by our mission- Commitment to Excellence: Through collaborative efforts, we seek to improve lives and serve with care, integrity, and professionalism- we offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences. Together, we work toward a single purpose of serving Anoka County's 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner. If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you to Find Your Path with Anoka County! Hear from other Anoka County employees here.
Commitment to Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment
Anoka County is committed to the principles of our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner that will further our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity.
If you require accommodations or have any other questions regarding this job posting, please call the Anoka County Human Resources Department at 763-324-4300 and reference the posting title and number. If you have questions about the hiring process, please visit: https://www.anokacountymn.gov/4411/Application-Process
Anoka County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy: https://www.anokacounty.us/401/Diversity-EEO
Apply here: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjIwMDMzLjEzNzk4QGFub2thY291bnR5Y29tcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20
### Minimum Education Required
Not Specified
### Minimum Experience Required
Not Specified
### Shift
Other
### Number of Openings
1
### Compensation
$20.19 - $23.22 / Hourly
### Postal Code
55070
### Job Type
Full Time
### Place of Work
On-site
### Requisition ID
91595
### Job Benefits
Job Posting End Date: October 22, 2026 at 11:59pm CST
Hiring range: $20.19 to 23.22 per hour. Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County.
Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! This includes 24 days paid of flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year, pro-rated based on part-time status.
In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59pm on 10/22/2026.
Position Description
Are you looking for a rewarding career serving the citizens of Anoka County where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others? Do you enjoy providing exceptional customer service and creating a welcoming and inclusive environment? The Anoka County Library system enriches lives by connecting the community to ideas, information, and inspiration. Library staff engage the public through a vast array of library services and resources.
Library Assistants help community members obtain library cards, learn about library offerings and opportunities, and keep books and media flowing throughout the system. They also assist patrons in managing their accounts, using technology, and finding the best sources to fulfill information needs. Library Assistants are an active and essential part of the Anoka County Library team, serving a wonderfully diverse community of library patrons. We are seeking applicants for our current opening at our St. Francis location. Apply today to join Anoka County's Library team!
This is a part-time, non-exempt, on-site position. Interviews will take place the week of 10/28/26 for those selected to move forward in the hiring process.
Pay & Benefits
Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 24: $41,995.20 to $54,600.00 ($20.19 to $26.25 per hour)
24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays pro-rated based on part-time status.
Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
Advancement/professional development opportunities.
Work Location
The position will work at the St. Francis Library, located at: 3519 Bridge St NW, St. Francis, MN 55070
Expected Work Hours
Week One
Tuesday: 9:30am to 6:00pm
Wednesday: 9:30am to 6:00pm
Friday: 8:30am to 5:00pm
Week Two
Saturday: 8:30am to 5:00pm
Tuesday: 9:30am to 6:00pm
Friday: 8:30am to 5:00pm
Job Duties And Responsibilities
These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Library Assistant:
Create a welcoming environment for all by providing excellent customer service.
Perform circulation duties including checkout, returns, assessing damages, running reports and routing materials.
Assist library patrons with requests and provide assistance with technology and basic research support. Connect patrons to physical and virtual library collections.
Organize, maintain and ensure collection tidiness.
Process materials, link electronic records and ensure efficient movement of materials across the county.
Assess patron needs to locate pertinent materials and resources, referring patron to librarians, as appropriate.
Handle cash including processing payments and reconciling the cash drawer.
Provide reference, information and material loan services to patrons of the library.
Place and track orders.
Work closely with library employees providing assistance in processing and fulfilling requests.
Maintain stockroom supplies and ensures cleanliness and orderly materials.
Communicate and apply policies and procedures to library patrons.
Troubleshoot computer software and hardware issues. Identify and resolve issues following standard protocols.
Maintain current knowledge of county and library policies and procedures. Interpret and communicate policies to patrons, as needed.
Qualifications And Requirements
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed
Requires a high school diploma
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Needed
1 year customer service or library experience
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Physical Demands and Work Conditions
Standard office environment, warehouse, or public library depending on assignment
Frequent distraction and multitasking
Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to work on computers. Ability to see colors, shades and brightness.
Hearing abilities required for general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds
Assignments require several hours of varied physical activity in addition to viewing a computer screen, sitting at a desk, or walking/standing to assist patrons
Physical activity may include repeated bending, stooping, reaching, frequent wrist and finger manipulation to complete computer work, and occasionally pushing carts weighing over 300 lbs.
Occasional lifting of 20-50 lbs. while moving materials
Equipment used includes computers, phones, and standard office equipment
Occasional travel to other county work sites as needed
Travel between work sites may require driving a county vehicle and/or a personal vehicle
Work activities may require contact with uncooperative, angry, and sometimes hostile clients
May be required to use kick stools to reach items from high shelves
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions
Union Representation
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between Anoka County and Teamsters - 320.
Selection Process
It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions.
Pre-employment Requirements
Anoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen and DOT physical, and/or other qualifications checks may be necessary for certain positions. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to obtain to conduct such screenings and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.
About Anoka County
As the fourth largest county in Minnesota, Anoka County thrives because of the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. United by our mission- Commitment to Excellence: Through collaborative efforts, we seek to improve lives and serve with care, integrity, and professionalism- we offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences. Together, we work toward a single purpose of serving Anoka County's 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner. If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you to Find Your Path with Anoka County! Hear from other Anoka County employees here.
Commitment to Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment
Anoka County is committed to the principles of our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner that will further our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity.
If you require accommodations or have any other questions regarding this job posting, please call the Anoka County Human Resources Department at 763-324-4300 and reference the posting title and number. If you have questions about the hiring process, please visit: https://www.anokacountymn.gov/4411/Application-Process
Anoka County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy: https://www.anokacounty.us/401/Diversity-EEO
Apply here: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjIwMDMzLjEzNzk4QGFub2thY291bnR5Y29tcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20
### Minimum Education Required
Not Specified
### Minimum Experience Required
Not Specified
### Shift
Other
### Number of Openings
1
### Compensation
$20.19 - $23.22 / Hourly
### Postal Code
55070
### Job Type
Full Time
### Place of Work
On-site
### Requisition ID
91595
### Job Benefits
Salary : $41,995 - $54,600