Job Listing: Library Assistant (part-time)
Mary M. Campbell Library has an opening for a part-time Library Assistant. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing circulation procedures to ensure excellent customer service and a smooth, accurate flow of library materials to patrons. The position also includes following library policies and maintaining the public service image of the library.
Responsibilities include:
● Provides front line customer service
● Create new accounts and update existing ones
● Process fees and fines
● Handle general account issues, complaints, and delinquent accounts
● Process returned and circulating library materials
● Give occasional assistance with library resources
● Perform other tasks as assigned
Skills/Job Requirements:
● Excellent organizational and verbal communications skills, flexibility, commitment to public service, and the ability to handle stressful situations are needed.
● Candidate should exhibit the ability to master basic and specialized online circulation functions, and should demonstrate proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
● Previous customer service, teaching, and/or retail experience is preferred.
● Must have reliable transportation.
This position requires the following physical abilities: The ability to stand for extended periods, stoop, reach, ascend and descend stairs, have sufficient vision and dexterity to work with computers and library materials, lift up to 25 pounds, and maneuver book carts weighing up to 100 pounds.
All library positions require the following clearances:
– Report of criminal history from the Pennsylvania State Police
– Child Abuse History Clearance from the PA Department of Human Services
– Fingerprint-based federal criminal history submitted through the FBI
Position Type: Part-Time
Salary Information: $15.00 per hour
Shift: Hours will vary including nights and weekends
Weekly Hours: 20
Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To apply, please send your cover letter/resume and three professional references to Library Director mhdirector@delcolibraries.org No phone calls. Only candidates of interest will be contacted.