FT Temporary Library Assistant/ AS

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Title of the position:

Temporary Library Assistant

Department:

Adult Services

Status:

Temporary- Full Time (Estimated employment dates) September 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025 Actual beginning and end dates will be discussed when hired.

Schedule:

Days, Evening and weekend hours required. Schedules may be adjusted in response to changing operational needs.

Benefits:

Not Eligible 

Salary: $13.00 per hour

Reports to:

Adult Services Manager

Supervisory Responsibility:

None

Position Summary:

The key areas of responsibility for the position include: providing service to library patrons by assisting them with routine book/material requests; providing reader advisory services locating materials; answering the phone; and supporting the creation and delivery of adult programming  

Physical Requirements: 

The physical requirements are typical of an office environment and include sitting, standing, bending, walking, reaching, pushing/pulling carts weighing over 100 lbs., lifting items weighing up to 50 lbs. and looking at a computer screen for long periods.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED, with some post-secondary education preferred
• One (1) – two (2) years previous experience providing customer service to the general public
• A valid driver’s license

Competencies:

The individual must understand the Library’s mission, goals and objectives; follow the Library’s policies and procedures. In order to perform the job successfully, an individual in this position must demonstrate the following competencies.  

1. Accurate/Efficient work performance: The individual performs job functions in an accurate and efficient manner; produces an appropriate quantity of work; follows detailed procedures and ensures accuracy in data and documentation; has a strong attention to details, (without getting bogged down in unnecessary detail); makes sound judgments and timely decisions; is able to manage multiple projects; demonstrates strong ability to plan work and carry out tasks with minimal instructions; demonstrates ability to determine project urgency in a practical way; gathers information and bases decisions on fact rather than emotion; communicates openly and appropriately with immediate supervisor and chain-of-command.
2. Good communication skills: The individual writes and speaks clearly and effectively; demonstrates openness and honesty; listens well during meetings and feedback sessions; states own opinions clearly and concisely; is willing to listen to the opinions and feedback of others; asks questions to ensure understanding; uses consideration and tact when offering opinions; informs supervisor/chain-of-command of problems in a timely manner.
3. Reliability and Dependability: The individual can be counted on to complete work in a timely and consistent manner; keeps commitments; is regularly present and punctual; arrives prepared for work; is committed to doing the best job possible; follows policies and procedures.
4. Cooperation and Teamwork: The individual treats all people with kindness and respect; values diverse perspectives; works harmoniously with others; responds positively to instructions; works well with management, co-workers, and patrons of the Library; is open minded and is willing to change his/her opinions on the basis of new information; refrains from activity that disrupts the workplace, affects productivity, disparages others, or harms the reputation of others or the Library.
5. Committed to Safety: The individual takes personal responsibility for safety; understands, encourages and carries out safety measures at all times; uses equipment and materials properly; maintains a neat and orderly work environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

It is the responsibility of every employee of the Tuscaloosa Public Library (TPL) to perform duties that are necessary to ensure that the Library operates in a professional, efficient, and effective manner at all times. The list below is an outline of the primary duties to be performed in this position; however, the list is not all-inclusive and should not be perceived as such. Employees are expected to perform all duties as assigned by their supervisor or chain-of-command (or his/her designee).

Primary Duties:

• Greets and assists library patrons and visitors in a friendly and appropriate manner 
• Assist patrons with computer usage, reader’s advisory, and catalog searches
• Maintain books by mail patron records and processes requests
• Collection maintenance including shelving, shelf reading, shifting, and weeding
• Processes and maintains new materials
• Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrates strong customer service skills in interactions with patrons and coworkers
• Communicates professionally, courteously, and effectively
• Operates library equipment such as computers, copiers, bar code scanner, book carts, and postage processing equipment, vehicles, and telephone in an appropriate, respectful, efficient manner
• Works on special projects as assigned

I have reviewed the above job description and have been given an opportunity to ask questions as needed.  

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