PT Library Assistant

Open Until Filled.

Work Schedule: up to 20 hours per week, evenings and weekends required.

Job Summary

Under the close supervision of the Circulation Manager, or staff member designated in charge, is responsible for circulation, patron assistance, and shelving.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent. 
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work various hours as needed.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Familiarity with library classification systems and basic computer skills.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S.; this position does not support sponsorship.

Major Duties

• Circulation desk duties - using automated circulation system – checking out materials, checking in materials, collecting fines, maintaining accurate records, handling reserve and patron requests, and registering patrons.
• Remove materials from book returns and place them in correct alpha-numeric order on the proper cart. 
• Assist patrons with basic information regarding the use of library facilities and resources.
• Assist with interlibrary loan procedures by explaining the service and obtaining complete information from requesting patrons.
• Sort and shelve materials accurately, straightening the collection, shelf reading assigned areas, shifting books on shelves as room necessitates.
• Assist with inventory control tasks to include conducting shelf audits, identifying missing items and notifying supervisors of discrepancies. 
• Assist patrons with the use of computer and audiovisual resources and equipment.
• Perform duties in a manner consistent with safe practices.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• The employee frequently is required to stand and reach with hands and arms. 
• The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. 
• The employee must regularly lift, push, pull and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move up to 50 pounds. 
•  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Mental Complexity/Interpersonal Contacts

• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to alphabetize and put materials into numerical order including decimals.
• Ability to effectively and professionally interact with a diverse audience.
• Ability to collaborate with other library staff members to support library operations.

Pre-employment Screening

Pre-employment screening may include, but are not limited to, the following:  references, criminal background, credit history, drug and alcohol screening, medical history questionnaire, and pre-employment physical.