Library Assistant-Part-time

Qualifications
Must possess a high school diploma, as well as customer service and computer skills.  Must be able to relate well and communicate effectively with all staff and members of the public.  Must be able to type accurately.

Job Summary 
This is the entry level user service position in the library.  The employee performs a variety of clerical and basic library tasks under the direct supervision of the Branch Manager. 

Requires Monday through Saturday hours and evenings; must be able to work flexible hours.

Duties               

• To possess a thorough knowledge of books and authors and the ability to relate this knowledge to the public.
• To communicate in a friendly, effective, and professional manner with other staff and the public.             
• Greet patrons and offer assistance.
• Assist patrons in search for library materials, use of library patron computers, and internet searching, etc.
• Assist patrons with photocopy machine, fax machine and other library equipment.
• Check in and check out books and other library materials on the computer.  Enter data into computer.
• Perform routine clerical duties in the circulation area and other departments as needed:  filing, answering phone and routing calls, sorting of mail, etc.
• Shelve books and other library materials.
• Assist in maintaining the order of book shelves, etc.
• Run routine errands.
• Represent the library positively at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned

1. To assemble, organize, maintain and make easily available a collection of books and other materials to provide for the recreational, informational, and educational needs of the citizens of the parish.
2. To promote the Library and its services.
3. To evaluate and anticipate the changing community that the Library serves and the effect of the changing world on the services offered to the community.
4. To develop and maintain the Library as a source of stimulation in the community, a source of ideas and ideals.
5. To provide the community with the best and most service possible by continued improvement of Library facilities and services.
6. To provide free and equal access of its resources to all citizens of the parish.

Salary : $11 - $0