Library Clerk/Assistant

The City of Bryan is accepting applications for Library Assistant. This position performs routine clerical library work to include circulation desk duties, shelving, and providing general assistance to patrons of the College Station Larry J. Ringer Public Library, a branch of the Bryan College Station Public Library System.

Hiring Pay Rate
$13.00/hour

Work Schedule
Monday & Tuesday; 8am-6pm
Wednesday & Thursday; off
Friday; 8am-5pm
Saturday; 8am-5pm
Sunday; 12pm-5:30pm

Responsibilities

• While working the circulation desk, acts as the first point of contact for patrons entering the library, greeting and/or providing direction, registering new patrons, updating accounts, issuing new or replacement library cards, checking library materials in/out, placing material holds, and collecting library fines for overdue, lost, or damaged materials.
• Answers general inquiries regarding library services, programs, and policies both in the library and on the telephone. Routes to a proper staff member if further assistance is needed.
• Assists with moving donated materials to storage, emptying book drops, sorting library materials, and organizing materials onto carts to be shelved.
• Shelves books and other library materials; actively shelf-reads to ensure materials are kept in neat and proper order.
• Assists patrons with material searches and the use of library technology and equipment.
• Enforces library policies and procedures in a respectful manner to ensure the safety and integrity of materials, patrons, and staff.
• Assists with the preparation of library programs as needed or assigned.
• Searches for library materials that are missing/claim returned.
• Assists with performing the tasks necessary for opening/closing the library, as needed.
• Cleans and/or performs minor repairs on damaged library materials; routes to the professional staff or Technical Services as needed.
• Participates in training new or less experienced staff and volunteers on library policies and procedures.
• Assists with maintaining a clean and orderly appearance of the library and materials.
• May be required to operate a library vehicle, returning and delivering materials between library branches. Assists with basic vehicle upkeep such as cleaning and refueling. Reports any additional maintenance needs to supervisor.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED. Additional vocational training or college coursework is a plus.
• At least 1 year of work experience in a library, customer service, or office environment.
• Ability to handle frequent customer interaction.
• Cash handling experience is strongly preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $13