Library Aide - Part Time

Library Clerk/Aide:

Reports to the Library Director

Non-exempt

Part-time (Tuesday/Thursdays, Occasional Saturdays): $10.50/hr with PTO accruals

Summary of Duties:

1. Check books, magazines and other library materials in and out at the circulation desk and collects fines and places holds using an automated circulation system.
2. Assist patrons with questions about public access computers, software or computer functions.
3. Answer telephone and provide routine information to patrons.
4. Operate a variety of standard office and library equipment.
5. Notify patrons about reserved materials and call for return of overdue materials.
6. Provide basic reference service or if unable to do so, refer matter to librarian in charge.
7. Perform routine book maintenance and processing.
8. Help oversee library pages and/or volunteers.
9. Search for and retrieve requested items from the library stacks or order items from MeL
10. Perform other related duties as required.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required. An acceptable combination of education and experience in progressively responsible administrative roles with knowledge of library operations, practices and procedures preferred.
2. Excellent ability to pay attention to detail.
3. Position requires a service oriented individual who is able to interact with a diverse population.
4. Knowledge of and comfortable with the use of computers, software and Microsoft office products.
5. Proficient in the English language with the ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
6. Some knowledge of library clerical procedures and practices.
7. Ability to count money and use a basic cash register.