The Muskegon Area District Library is hiring two (2) Part-Time Library Assistants.

Please visit the Employment page at www.madl,org to learn more about the position and apply. To learn more about Muskegon County: https://watchmuskegon.com/

Union: Yes

Hours: 24-29 hours weekly (some weekends required)

Wage: $14.02 hourly, with regular contracted increases

Benefits: Paid time off, Voluntary Dental/ Life/ AD&D/ STD/ LTD, MERS Health Care Savings Plan, 457 Plan, paid memberships, and more!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides limited reader assistance and database or technical services to patrons.
Registers/ issues patrons for borrower’s cards and reviews current cards for discrepancies.
Circulates library materials.
Catalogues and maintains library seed collection (applicable to branches that participate).
Takes requests for materials and maintains appropriate related records and tabulations.
Prepares and mails overdue notices.
Collects fines.
Assists with story hours and other programs.
Shelving and weeding of library materials.

Reads shelves to ensure proper materials are present and in periodical order.
Performs related clerical work required for the operation of the library.
Operates a computer or other library equipment.
Works a varied schedule with some evenings and weekends.
Acts as back-up for all Library Assistant I positions across MADL.
Collect items from the book drop.
Check interlibrary loans.
Placing and sorting items on hold.
May assist with opening/closing duties.
Participates in general functions for library cleanliness and appearance.
Assisting patrons in person or over the phone.
All other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

High school graduate or GED.
Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare written reports.
Positively promotes and communicates the value of MADL to staff, patrons, and communities.
Provides superior customer service.
Maintains regular and punctual attendance and works varying schedules as needed.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public.
General computer proficiency, including knowledge of library software and Microsoft Office products.

Much appreciated,

Mariel