Library Assistant (part-time)

Rogers Free Library seeks to fill one part-time position of Library Assistant at various service desks. 

This position reports directly to the relevant service desk department head and will primarily serve patrons in the library.

The position is needed to fill 9 to 17 hours per week. Hours needed are Mondays, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings 5-8 PM, with some Saturdays. 
Some additional hours may be available for fill-in coverage at any of the service desks when other staff are absent.

The starting pay rate is $17.50 per hour. 

Tasks of position include: 

• Complete circulation duties in the Integrated Library System (ILS) including checking materials in/out, registering patrons for cards, locating materials online and in the library. 
• Maintain patron privacy.
• Assist patrons with using and accessing library services and resources.
• Assist in responding to calls for help with troubleshooting and solving hardware and software problems.
• Promote library resources and programs.
• Maintain the accuracy of items on the reserve and collection shelves.
• Serve at the circulation or reference desks during shifts.
• Set up book carts for Library Page to shelve materials efficiently.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required with advanced study (Associate’s degree or higher) desirable.
• Demonstrated “people” skills, both in person and over the phone, secured through retail, library, customer, or other public service experience. Previous library experience is desirable.
• Demonstrated strong work ethic including consistently reporting for assigned hours, punctuality in reporting for work, organizational skills, thoroughness in work completion, attention to detail.
• Ability to learn new and emerging technologies.
• Ability to understand and utilize IT best practices.
• Ability to work well with the public and collaboratively as a member of a team.
• Proficiency in computer skills and willingness to learn new applications.
• Usual office working conditions. Potential minimal exposure to noise, dust, inclement weather, temperature fluctuations.

Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, and talk for potentially long periods of time. This includes using a computer monitor, keyboard, and mouse to complete many of the assigned tasks as well as usual office equipment.

Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check.

The Rogers Free Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws. All employees must be eligible for employment in the United States.

Priority will be given to applications received by 4 PM on November 12. This position will remain open until filled.

To apply:

Please email a resume and brief cover letter to Eileen Dyer, Library Director, edyer@rogersfreelibrary.org