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PT Library Assistant

City Of Brookings
Part-time
On-site
Brookings, South Dakota, United States
$12.75 - $15.75 USD hourly


Work Schedule: Afternoons, evenings and weekends 


Job Summary

Under the close supervision of the Circulation Manager, or staff member designated in charge, is responsible for circulation, patron assistance, and shelving.

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent. 
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Flexibility to work various hours as needed.
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.
  • Familiarity with library classification systems and basic computer skills.
  • Must be eligible to work in the U.S.; this position does not support sponsorship.

Major Duties

  • Circulation desk duties - using automated circulation system – checking out materials, checking in materials, collecting fines, maintaining accurate records, handling reserve and patron requests, and registering patrons.
  • Remove materials from book returns and place them in correct alpha-numeric order on the proper cart. 
  • Assist patrons with basic information regarding the use of library facilities and resources.
  • Assist with interlibrary loan procedures by explaining the service and obtaining complete information from requesting patrons.
  • Sort and shelve materials accurately, straightening the collection, shelf reading assigned areas, shifting books on shelves as room necessitates.
  • Assist with inventory control tasks to include conducting shelf audits, identifying missing items and notifying supervisors of discrepancies. 
  • Assist patrons with the use of computer and audiovisual resources and equipment.
  • Perform duties in a manner consistent with safe practices.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
  • The employee frequently is required to stand and reach with hands and arms. 
  • The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. 
  • The employee must regularly lift, push, pull and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move up to 50 pounds. 
  •  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Mental Complexity/Interpersonal Contacts

  • Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
  • Ability to alphabetize and put materials into numerical order including decimals.
  • Ability to effectively and professionally interact with a diverse audience.
  • Ability to collaborate with other library staff members to support library operations.

Pre-employment Screening

Pre-employment screening may include, but are not limited to, the following:  references, criminal background, credit history, drug and alcohol screening, medical history questionnaire, and pre-employment physical.