Good afternoon, The Indian River Area Library is looking for a hardworking and enthusiastic part-time Library Assistant. Library Assistants are the backbone of the library and handle much of the day-to-day activities necessary to keep the library organized and active in the community. Training will be provided. The Library is looking for candidates that demonstrate a strong work ethic, are reliable, committed to providing quality public service, and desire to work in a collaborative, team environment. If you have a passion for books and customer service, this position is waiting for you. The Indian River Area Library is a Class II Library, serving over 4,000 Tuscarora Township residents and surrounding communities. We are located in the heart of downtown Indian River, Michigan, right in the center of town. Our mission and vision are to create a welcoming atmosphere that encourages community engagement and continually evolves to best meet our patrons’ information needs. *HOURS: *Part-time, hourly wage, 15-20 hours weekly. May require an occasional evening shift. *COMPENSATION: *$13-15 per hour *RESPONSIBILITIES: * · Processes, sorts, organizes, and shelves library materials. Assists with maintenance of library collections. · Provide prompt, courteous phone and in-person service to patrons to meet their needs including research assistance, readers advisory, placing, finding and retrieving book requests, computer assistance, printing, etc. · Assist librarians in preparation for and management of programs, including Summer and Winter Reading programs, adult, teen and children’s programs. · Help create and maintain library material displays throughout the library. · Understands and clearly explains library rules, policies, and procedures to the public as required and resolves patron issues as needed. · Other duties/projects may be assigned by the librarian. *JOB REQUIREMENTS:* · Be a citizen of the United States or resident alien with the right to work in the United States · High school diploma or equivalent · Basic computer skills · Strong interpersonal skills *PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:* · Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university · Previous experience working in a library, bookstore, or other similar environment · Previous customer service experience · Ability to lift at least 25 lbs. *_______________________________________________________* *All inquiries relating to this posting should be directed to:* Indian River Area Library 3546 South Straits Highway Indian River, MI 49749 231-238-8581 | director@indianriverlibrary.org Apply on Indeed <https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Indian-River-Area-Library-1/jobs?jk=72cebb90b372ba62&start=0&clearPrefilter=1> or email your application to director@indianriverarealibrary.org if you or someone you know is interested in the position. Thank you, Kelsey Rutkowski *--------------------------------------* *Library Director* *Indian River Area Library* 3546 S Straits Hwy PO Box 160 Indian River, MI 49749 (231) 238-8581 indianriverlibrary.org