Library Assistant

Lillie Russell Memorial Library in Lindale Texas

Library Assistant

Part Time Job Description

Date: 5/5/23

Department: Part Time, Hourly

Reports to: Director of Library

Part Time: 15 hours per week

Schedule: 3-4 Shifts per week

2-6pm Tuesday through Thursday

9:45am-1pm Friday

Start Date: May 2023

Position Responsibilities:

Daily Circulation Functions

• Helping patrons locate books
• Helping patrons find material online
• Checking books in and out at the front desk
• Sorting and shelving books according to their collection
• Registering, maintaining and updating patron profiles
• Maintaining records of books checked in and out
• Inspecting the condition of books before and after checkout to ascertain any damage on behalf of the customer
• Assisting patrons with internet access and meeting their technical needs are met
• Assisting with library events
• Managing/Collecting the payment of fines
• Settling any disruptions or disturbances in the library
• Straightening book shelves
• Keeps all areas neat and inviting in your assigned area (public space, desk, refrigerator, etc.)
• Call patrons whose books are on reserve shelf/Flag titles that people reserve
• Opens/closes the library or sees that the library has two employees/or an employee and a volunteer to close the library as a safety precaution
• Maintain all areas of the library by reporting any issues regarding the safety of the building, including electrical and main entrance, employee entrance and any other item deemed a safety hazard for either employees or patrons

• Other duties as assigned by the Director

Specialty Functions

• Assists with inputting “Suggestion for purchase” patron requests
• Assists with cataloging new items or correcting current material
• Assists in grant writing
• Represent the library at outreach events (opportunity for extra hours)

Expectations

• Saves all work folders to one drive and uses work email for work exchange
• Provides leadership by example in effective working relationships and communications
• Creates and implements projects from start to end

Public Relations

• Be comfortable with speaking to community members about our services
• Attend library events as schedule permits (opportunity for extra hours)

Part Time Requirements:

Education or Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Higher Level of Education Preferred
• Answer phones/take messages
• Some experience in a customer service role, which includes speaking in a friendly and helpful manner
• Active listening and understands the needs of the patrons
• Intermediate computer literacy
• Outstanding organizational skills
• Attention to detail and good problem-solving ability
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Multi-tasker with ability to make decisions if needed
• Be able to pick up at least 25 lbs.

Team Management Concept

• Servant Leadership

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $8.00 - $8.50 per hour

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lindale, TX 75771: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Please observe the schedule listed in the position description. Are you available most or all of the times listed? Please describe:
• We value our patrons and coworkers here. We are trustworthy, friendly, positive, and active listeners. We also believe in the style of servant leadership. What are 3 of your most positive attributes you will bring to our team and community?

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $8 - $9