The Part-time Library Assistant supports library services by assisting patrons in the use of library resources, assisting staff with programming and off-site outreach, and performing basic clerical duties as assigned. The Library Assistant should possess excellent customer service skills and the ability to work with a diverse population.
- Provides hands-on assistance to programming staff by helping with room setup, breakdown, and attendance taking.
- Assists with publishing events to the library webpage, and sharing content to social media during programs and outreach events.
- Attends off-site outreach events in the community and assists library staff by providing excellent customer service and promotion of library services and programs. Candidate should have a reliable form of transportation to attend community events during shift.
- Assists with the execution of library reading campaigns – physical space preparations like decorations and keeping track of setup and breakdown schedule.
- Provide services to the public at various service desks
- Assists with craft preparation for library programs.
- Assists librarians with weeding items from the collection, and other special projects.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 1 year experience working in a library or public service setting
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Google Suite
- Clerical experience with good attention to detail
- The ability to work and communicate well with library staff and patrons in a diverse community
Work schedule will be during the week either 10AM-3PM or 3PM-8PM and Saturdays 10AM-2PM.