What are the responsibilities and job description for the Circulation Assistant position at Tredyffrin Township Libraries?
Position title
Circulation Assistant: Tredyffrin Public Library
Description
Tredyffrin Public Library has an opening for a part-time Circulation Assistant to work Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays in our busy Children’s department. Potential candidates for this position should be conscientious, detail-oriented, and interested in working with others while serving the community. Previous library experience or experience working with children is preferred but not required.
The individual in this position plays a crucial role in many of the day-to-day operations in the library’s public service environment. Primary responsibilities include:
- Provide general assistance with locating material using library equipment and resources
- Check-in and check-out of items
- Return all library materials to the proper locations on shelves
- Issue new patron cards
- Collect fines and resolve patron account issues
- Answer phones and direct patron queries
- Ensure that the library environment is maintained in a neat and orderly fashion
Physical requirements of this position include the ability to:
- Operate computer equipment and keyboards with ease
- Handle 24 lb. cases of paper, sit, walk, and/or stand for extended periods of time
- Stoop and reach in a confined area
- Wheel a cart of books weighing up to 125 lbs.
EOE employer. Position open until filled.
Qualifications
- A high school diploma or GED equivalent (current HS student applicants will be considered);
- A broad knowledge of libraries and basic understanding of library procedures;
- Current child abuse clearance, current PA background clearance, and current Federal background clearance (must be provided by the applicant)
Contacts
For consideration, please email your resume and a cover letter describing how your skills and experience meet the job qualifications to:
tthorne@ccls.org with subject line: Circ Assistant
Employment Type
Part-time
Industry
Circulation
Job Location
582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, 19087
Working Hours
Applicants must be available to work between 3-7pm Thursday, Friday and Saturday for a minimum of 12 hours per week. Opportunities to cover other shifts throughout the week will be offered as they become available.
Base Salary
$15.00/hour
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15