Children’s Services / Library Assistant

RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Children’s programming and publicity

·         Perform tasks as assigned, including, but not limited to:  processing books, shelving items, database entry, loaning items, checking in items, pulling items for requests, assisting patrons with a variety of needs (computers, readers’ advisory, location of items, directions, etc.)

REQUIREMENTS:

·         High school diploma or equivalent required

·         Associate or Bachelor’s Degree preferred

·         Public library experience preferred

·         Strong communication and interpersonal skills

·         Strong commitment to customer service

·         Strong obligation to confidentiality

·         Dependable and flexible work habits

·         Enthusiastic, positive, friendly and approachable

·         Ability to learn and operate the library’s ILS and MeLCat systems

·         Ability to use MS Office preferred

·         Knowledge of alphabetical, numerical, and decimal systems of arrangement preferred. Ability to learn acceptable.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

·         Ability to lift library materials weighing up to 50 lbs., and to push book trucks weighing between 100 and 200 lbs.

·         Ability to withstand routine and repetitive motions such as lifting, bending, reaching, and pushing.

DETAILS

·         Part time – 15 hours per week. Perhaps more as time goes by.