What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Assistant position at City of Grinnell?
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Library
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March 31, 2025 8:00 AM
April 11, 2025 4:30 PM
Part-time position, 24 hrs/wk, including some Saturday, Sunday, & evening shifts. The Library Assistant participates in all public service aspects of the library’s operation. Additional duties include, but are not limited to planning, providing, and assisting Youth Services Coordinator and Assistant Director with outreach and programming for youth patrons aged 0-17 and their caregivers including story times; school-aged programs; teen programs; and summer programming; facilitating the use of the library by scheduling the use of meeting rooms and audio-visual equipment; opening and closing the library in accordance with applicable safety procedures; maintaining inventory related to library supplies and collection by monitoring supplies; maintaining safety data sheets; creating book displays.
Associate's degree in related area and two years of library experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. The successful candidate will also possess excellent communication skills, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, the ability to work at a brisk pace, and the ability to adapt to change. Preference will be given to an individual possessing strong organizational skills and an aptitude for technology. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel highly desired. Three work-related or academic references required.
Starting wage: $27.53/hour.
Stop by the library or see https://drakelibrary.org/employment/ for a full job description and application form.
Posting Date: 3/31/25 Closing Date: 4/11/25 or until filled.
The City of Grinnell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City of Grinnell has a no tobacco use policy. Employment contingent on passing a pre-employment, post-offer physical, drug test, and background check.
Drake Community Library I 930 Park Street I Grinnell, Iowa 50112 I 641.236.2661
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