Library Assistant I

Title/Classification: Library Assistant I – Young Adult Services

Reports to: Young Adult Librarian

Starting Salary: $17.50 per hour

Schedule: Part-time, 20-hour-per-week position, including two evenings per week and alternating Saturdays

Position Summary: Performs a wide range of clerical/manual functions. Work involves frequent customer contact in person and by telephone and the use of computers. Position will cover public desk in Teen Room. May be cross-trained to work at other service points within the department. 

Qualifications:  High school diploma or GED. Proficient computer skills essential, particularly in Microsoft Office Suite. Some experience working in a library or retail setting preferred. Fluency in Spanish/Polish or other locally prevalent language preferred.

Responsibilities:  Performs assigned duties according to established procedures,  including:

• Clerical or technical tasks.
• Greeting visitors and assisting in use of Library materials; responds to requests for assistance or referring to appropriate staff member; responds to phone calls.
• Enforces rules regarding Library procedures.
• Retrieves materials for patrons or other staff.
• Assisting with programming duties as needed.