Temporary Library Assistant

Temporary position for May through August 2025

Work Schedule: Afternoons and weekends

Job Summary

Under the close supervision of the Circulation Manager, or staff member designated in charge, is responsible for circulation, patron assistance, and shelving.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work various hours as needed.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Familiarity with library classification systems and basic computer skills.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S.; this position does not support sponsorship.

Major Duties

• Circulation desk duties - using automated circulation system – checking out materials, checking in materials, collecting fines, maintaining accurate records, handling reserve and patron requests, and registering patrons.
• Remove materials from book returns and place them in correct alpha-numeric order on the proper cart.
• Assist patrons with basic information regarding the use of library facilities and resources.
• Assist with interlibrary loan procedures by explaining the service and obtaining complete information from requesting patrons.
• Sort and shelve materials accurately, straightening the collection, shelf reading assigned areas, shifting books on shelves as room necessitates.
• Assist with inventory control tasks to include conducting shelf audits, identifying missing items and notifying supervisors of discrepancies.
• Assist patrons with the use of computer and audiovisual resources and equipment.
• Perform duties in a manner consistent with safe practices.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• The employee frequently is required to stand and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must regularly lift, push, pull and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Mental Complexity/Interpersonal Contacts

• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to alphabetize and put materials into numerical order including decimals.
• Ability to effectively and professionally interact with a diverse audience.
• Ability to collaborate with other library staff members to support library operations.

Pre-employment Screening

Pre-employment screening may include, but are not limited to, the following: references, criminal background, credit history, drug and alcohol screening, medical history questionnaire, and pre-employment physical.