What are the responsibilities and job description for the Circulation Assistant position at Spartanburg County Public Libraries?
POSTING DATE: July 21, 2026
JOB TITLE: Circulation Assistant, Grade 17
LOCATION: Headquarters Library
DATE AVAILABLE: September 1, 2026
SALARY: $2,305 per month (Includes generous benefits package)
HOURS: 40 hours per week
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Some supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
JOB TITLE: Circulation Assistant, Grade 17
LOCATION: Headquarters Library
DATE AVAILABLE: September 1, 2026
SALARY: $2,305 per month (Includes generous benefits package)
HOURS: 40 hours per week
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:45 am-5:15 pm, Wednesday 11:45-8:15 pm, Friday 8:45 am-6:15 pm; and every 5th weekend (Saturday 9:30 am -5:15 pm, Sunday 12:15 pm-5:15 pm)
(Note: Must be flexible to accommodate schedule changes may be asked to work other times)
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Some supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provides superior customer service when assisting patrons of all ages
- Assists patrons with basic information questions in person, over the phone, and electronically
- Oversees the department in absence of the supervisor, handling staff and patron inquiries
- Works with a variety of software and library automation programs
- Responsible for special department projects as assigned
- Responsible for opening and closing procedures including cash register and deposit tasks
- Assists with all circulation duties, including but not limited to library card registration, patron account services, collection maintenance, and Interlibrary Loan
- Keeps current with library events, SCPL Intranet, calendar, and meeting room reservations
- Assists with training new employees
- Assists with additional branch and department coverage as needed Remains aware of security and safety concerns taking appropriate action as needed
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience and some supervisory or leadership experience
- General knowledge of public library procedures, practices, and equipment
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills that display a positive attitude, cultural sensitivity, a sense of humor, with the ability to interface with people from all backgrounds and age groups
- Strong technology skills and ability to work with a variety of devices, software, and audio-visual equipment
- Creative, flexible, and organized with good time management skills and attention to detail
- Ability to take direction and work independently or in a team environment
- Strong work ethic with a willingness to take initiative and ability to direct the tasks of coworkers
- Observant and security minded
- Ability to lift boxes weighing up to 50 pounds & ability to push heavy carts
- SCPL uses multi-factor authentication for network and program access. Employees may be required to use their personal device for MFA.
- Driver’s license valid in the State of South Carolina with the ability to drive to other libraries
The library accepts applications with cover letter and resume when a job position is available. Drug Testing is a part of the library’s hiring process. If you require any accommodations in applying for any position, please do not hesitate to ask. The Spartanburg County Public Library is proud to be tobacco free.
151 South Church Street, Spartanburg, South Carolina 29306-3241, (864)596-3507, www.spartanburglibraries.org
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Salary : $2,305