What are the responsibilities and job description for the Circulation Assistant: Paoli Library position at Tredyffrin Township Libraries?
Paoli Library has an opening for a part-time Circulation Assistant. This position requires a minimum of 10-19 hours per week, including a minimum of two Saturdays (9:15-5) and two Sundays (12:30-5) per month along with occasional weekday shifts as needed. Potential candidates for this position should be conscientious, detail-oriented, and interested in working with others while serving the community.
The individual in this position plays a crucial role in many of the day-to-day operations in the library’s public service environment. Primary responsibilities include:
- Provide general assistance with locating material using library equipment and resources
- Check-in and check-out of items
- Return all library materials to the proper locations on shelves
- Issue new patron cards
- Collect fines and resolve patron account issues
- Answer phones and direct patron queries
- Ensure that the library environment is maintained in a neat and orderly fashion
Minimum qualifications include:
- A high school diploma or GED equivalent
- A basic understanding of library procedures
- Current child abuse clearance, current PA background clearance, and current Federal background clearance (must be provided by the applicant)
Physical requirements of this position include the ability to:
- Operate computer equipment and keyboards with ease
- Handle 24lb cases of paper, sit, walk, and/or stand for extended periods of time
- Stoop and reach in a confined area
- Wheel a cart of books weighing up to 125lb
EOE employer. Position open until filled.
For consideration, please email your resume and a cover letter describing how your skills and experience meet the job qualifications to:
Abby Cengel: acengel@ccls.org
with subject line: Circulation Assistant
Salary : $15