What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Assistant position at City of Gulf Shores, AL?
Salary: $16.08 - $22.73 Hourly
Location : Thomas B. Norton Public Library, AL
Job Type: Part-Time 20 hours
Job Number: 202400155
Department: Recreation and Cultural Affairs - Library
Division: Library
Opening Date: 10/26/2026
Closing Date: 11/27/2026 11:59 PM Central
Description
Under general supervision performs data entry/utilization of library data base, also including creating various records, correspondence, reports, etc. Greets visitors and patrons. Provides assistance and information. Answers telephone, maintains patron records, applications, etc. Assists in taking inventory, repairing, shelving books and maintaining shelves. Prepares and maintains various reports and statistical information. Assists with circulation of library materials.
Essential Job Functions
Provides daily assistance to patrons of the library; greets and assists patrons; provides direction to patrons in use of library services; checks in and out materials; assists patrons in the computer lab; provides training in the use of the virtual library; assists patrons with research, use of equipment and other databases. Assists with circulation of library materials. Assists patrons with the self- checkout.
Performs routine clerical and administrative tasks for the library; registers patrons, issues library cards and explains use of the library and services. Answers reference questions with the assistance of the librarian, takes requests for book reservations.
Responsible for circulation using the computer and online catalog, receives money for overdue fines, lost books, and membership fees. Processes credit and debit cards
Answers telephone, relays calls, takes messages, and provides information.
Provides and promotes routine operational tasks to assist in maintaining the continuous flow of service in the library; shelves books, maintains shelves, audios, and DVDs.
Minimum Qualifications Required
Education and Experience:
High School Education or equivalent; and
None to one year of experience; or
Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Licenses and Certifications:
None required
Additional Position Information
IMPORTANT JOB FUNCTIONS:Participates in on-going training sessions, workshops, and seminars.
Provides assistance in specialized programs when needed.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED:General Office Equipment
Library Circulation
Knowledge of:
Basic library operations, policies and procedures.
The Dewey Decimal system.
Basic arithmetic.
All computer applications and hardware related to performance of the essential functions of the job.
Skills in:
Filing alphabetically, numerically, using good spelling, and performing basic math computations.
Communicating orally with internal staff, citizens, and other departmental staff in order to give and receive information in a courteous manner.
The City of Gulf Shores offers a comprehensive benefit package with options that can help protect your health, finances and peace of mind. Just as the City of Gulf Shores is dedicated to the people in our community, we are also dedicated to providing employees with benefits that fit your diverse needs. Our benefit package includes health, dental, vision, life, disability and other voluntary products offered through Aflac. The City also has an employee clinic for those employees who are enrolled in our health insurance plan to utilize free of charge.
WHEN BENEFITS BEGIN
Benefits are available to all eligible employees and dependents following the applicable waiting period:
Location : Thomas B. Norton Public Library, AL
Job Type: Part-Time 20 hours
Job Number: 202400155
Department: Recreation and Cultural Affairs - Library
Division: Library
Opening Date: 10/26/2026
Closing Date: 11/27/2026 11:59 PM Central
Description
Under general supervision performs data entry/utilization of library data base, also including creating various records, correspondence, reports, etc. Greets visitors and patrons. Provides assistance and information. Answers telephone, maintains patron records, applications, etc. Assists in taking inventory, repairing, shelving books and maintaining shelves. Prepares and maintains various reports and statistical information. Assists with circulation of library materials.
Essential Job Functions
Provides daily assistance to patrons of the library; greets and assists patrons; provides direction to patrons in use of library services; checks in and out materials; assists patrons in the computer lab; provides training in the use of the virtual library; assists patrons with research, use of equipment and other databases. Assists with circulation of library materials. Assists patrons with the self- checkout.
Performs routine clerical and administrative tasks for the library; registers patrons, issues library cards and explains use of the library and services. Answers reference questions with the assistance of the librarian, takes requests for book reservations.
Responsible for circulation using the computer and online catalog, receives money for overdue fines, lost books, and membership fees. Processes credit and debit cards
Answers telephone, relays calls, takes messages, and provides information.
Provides and promotes routine operational tasks to assist in maintaining the continuous flow of service in the library; shelves books, maintains shelves, audios, and DVDs.
Minimum Qualifications Required
Education and Experience:
High School Education or equivalent; and
None to one year of experience; or
Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Licenses and Certifications:
None required
Additional Position Information
IMPORTANT JOB FUNCTIONS:Participates in on-going training sessions, workshops, and seminars.
Provides assistance in specialized programs when needed.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED:General Office Equipment
Library Circulation
Knowledge of:
Basic library operations, policies and procedures.
The Dewey Decimal system.
Basic arithmetic.
All computer applications and hardware related to performance of the essential functions of the job.
Skills in:
Filing alphabetically, numerically, using good spelling, and performing basic math computations.
Communicating orally with internal staff, citizens, and other departmental staff in order to give and receive information in a courteous manner.
The City of Gulf Shores offers a comprehensive benefit package with options that can help protect your health, finances and peace of mind. Just as the City of Gulf Shores is dedicated to the people in our community, we are also dedicated to providing employees with benefits that fit your diverse needs. Our benefit package includes health, dental, vision, life, disability and other voluntary products offered through Aflac. The City also has an employee clinic for those employees who are enrolled in our health insurance plan to utilize free of charge.
WHEN BENEFITS BEGIN
Benefits are available to all eligible employees and dependents following the applicable waiting period:
- Benefits begin first of the month following 30 days after date of hire
- Part-time employees who work thirty (30) hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in the City medical insurance program the same as the 40-hour employees.
Salary : $16 - $23