What are the responsibilities and job description for the TEMPORARY part-time library assistant position at Fremont Area District Library?
Job Overview
The Fremont Area District Library is looking to fill a TEMPORARY part-time opening to begin immediately and continue approximately through July 2026 (with the possibility of going through October 2026). There is a possibility for continued employment, but not a guarantee. This position will work primarily in our Children's department. The ideal candidate for this position should have flexible availability and will be required to work some Saturdays and nights. Interested applicants should submit a resume and optional cover letter to Jackilyn Roseberry at jroseberry@fremontlibrary.net OR drop off materials at the front desk at the library OR mail materials to the Fremont Area District Library at 104 E Main St. Fremont, Mi 49412. Applications will be accepted through the end of day on Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026
Job Description
Summary: Under the general direction of the Library Director, shelves materials, prepares programming supplies, assists patrons, and performs other tasks as assigned.
Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
1. Responsible for shelving materials in both the children’s and adult sections of the library.
2. Knowledgeable with the library’s ILS to the extent of being able to locate materials for patrons and place holds on materials for patrons.
3. Knowledgeable with technology to the extent of being able to assist patrons with computers, faxing, and other relevant technology.
4. Directs patrons to other departments as appropriate.
5. Greets patrons who come into the library.
6. Attends programs to assist the Children’s Librarian or Reference Librarian (i.e. counting number of patrons attending an event, set-up and clean up before and after events, etc.).
7. Assists in creating displays in Reference and Children’s areas.
8. Knowledgeable with the library’s layout to the extent of being able to retrieve an item for a patron or showing the patron where to find specific genres.
9. Assists preparing craft and other programming supplies.
10. Responsible for bringing damaged items to the attention of the department supervisor.
11. Responsible for bringing any issues with staff or patrons to the attention of the Library Director as deemed necessary.
12. Tracks library statistics for purpose of reporting to the Board and for State Aid reports.
13. Responsible for keeping area neat and tidy.
14. Exhibits helpful, positive, friendly, and professional demeanor to all patrons.
Requirements
Education/Experience:
High School Degree.
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in customer service.
Library experience preferred but not required.
Other Requirements:
Possession of a valid Driver’s license
Pay: From $15.50 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16