What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Assistant II - Branch Services position at Latah County Library District?
Part Time Library Assistant II
Make a meaningful impact in your community and the lives of others by joining the team at the Latah County Library District. The Moscow branch has a part-time opening in the Circulation Department for an outgoing and detail oriented library assistant.
SCHEDULE:
- Tuesday 9:00am - 2:00pm
- Wednesday 9:00am - 3:00pm
- Thursday 9:00am - 2:00pm
- Friday 9:00am – 4:00pm
WAGE AND BENEFITS:
- $15.08 per hour
- Pro-rated benefits including: medical, dental, disability and life insurance, PERSI, vacation leave, sick leave, personal leave, and holiday leave
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensure that materials rotating among libraries are processed and routed correctly to library locations
- Provide customer service to patrons, including checking in and out materials, creating and editing library accounts, shelving, retrieving the book drop, and assisting with internet, library catalog, and electronic devices
- Provide basic reference and computer troubleshooting service
- Participate in district meetings and professional development activities
- Assist with daily library tasks
- Complete special projects as assigned
- Work at other district locations, as needed
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Proficiency in the use of computers and current digital devices
- Strong interest in supporting the mission of public libraries
- Ability to think creatively, contribute ideas, and adapt to change
- Excellent communication skills, including reading, writing, and speaking English
- Positive attitude and a courteous and friendly demeanor
- Ability to interact effectively in a fast-paced team environment
- Physical ability to perform library tasks
- Ability to sit, stand, reach, squat, kneel, stoop, and lift up to 25 pounds
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
Must have excellent customer service and communication skills, work well as part of a team, and carry out directives independently. Library experience preferred.
Application open until filled. To apply, visit the job posting page at latahlibrary.org. Submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to the email address provided in the posting. Please put Library Assistant Job Application in the subject line.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.08 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person