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Bethlehem Area Public Library

The Bethlehem Area Public Library educates, informs, and inspires by providing free and open access to materials and information. It is a dedicated community partner committed to life-long learning, serving over 114,000 residents in the City of Bethlehem and surrounding areas. The library strengthens communities with a robust collection of print and digital resources, informative programs, and innovative services, adapting to new technologies in information access and delivery.

The Bethlehem Area Public Library has several openings for Temporary Library Assistants for summer 2026. Each position is listed below. Pay is $10 per hour. PA Child Abuse, PA Criminal, and FBI Fingerprint clearances are required. Full job description is below.-9 hours per week at our Coolidge location (2740 Fifth St., Bethlehem, PA) - from June 1st - July 31st, T-Th 3 hours per day (specific hours flexible)-24 hours per week at our South Side Branch (400 Webster St. Bethlehem, PA) - from June 1st - July 31st, M-Th 10am-4pm-29 hours per week in the Youth Services Department at our Main library (11 W. Church St. Bethlehem, PA) - from June 1st - July 31st, some evenings and every other Saturday required-29 hours per week in the Youth Services Department at our Main library (11 W. Church St. Bethlehem, PA) - from June 1st - July 31st, some evenings and every other Saturday requiredBETHLEHEM AREA PUBLIC LIBRARYJob DescriptionI. POSITIONA. Title: Temporary Library AssistantB. Location: Main, South Side, and/or CoolidgeC. Department: Circulation, Youth Services, and/or South SideD. Supervisor: Head of Circulation, Head of Youth Services, Branch Manager, and/or Head of OutreachII. QUALIFICATIONSA. Ability to work cooperatively and tactfully with patrons and staffB. FlexibilityC. Ability to handle the physical requirements of the job (lifting, bending, reaching, stooping, standing)D. Ability to make efficient use of timeE. Must maintain a professional appearance on the jobF. Must be at least 16 years of ageIII. JOB SUMMARYA Temporary Library Assistant is responsible for returning library material to its proper shelf location, inspecting materials for damage and cleaning as needed before shelving, monitoring new books, and assisting with various tasks of the library.IV. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESA. Shelving library materialsB. Checking library materials in and outC. Keeping shelves in orderly condition and shelf-reading for accuracy of items on the shelfD. Being alert to notice items that may have damage or missing pieces upon return, then informing proper Circulation staff member of that conditionE. Assisting patronsF. Rotating new books on and off the new book shelf and rotating seasonal books from storageG. Creating displays of titles, as neededH. Researching craft and/or program component ideasI. Making craft samples and preparing pieces for projects/programsJ. Occasionally assisting program presentersK. Assisting with changing status of materials in database, as neededL. Other duties, as assignedJob Types: Part-time, TemporaryPay: $10.00 per hourWork Location: In person

Temporary Library Assistant

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 The Bethlehem Area Public Library (BAPL) is a cornerstone of education, information, and community engagement, serving 114,175 residents in Bethlehem, Bethlehem Township, Fountain Hill, and Hanover Township. Committed to life-long learning, BAPL offers access to an extensive collection of print and digital resources, innovative services, and educational programs. As a forward-thinking institution, BAPL embraces emerging technologies to enhance how information is accessed and shared. The library is a vital community partner dedicated to enriching lives through free and open access to knowledge.
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 This part-time, on-site Library Assistant role is located in Reading, PA. The Library Assistant will be responsible for assisting with library services, supporting circulation activities, managing library materials, and providing excellent customer service to patrons. Daily tasks will include shelving books, assisting visitors with locating materials, answering inquiries, and ensuring an organized and welcoming library environment.
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Knowledge and experience in Library Services, Library Science, and Circulation tasks
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 Excellent Communication and Customer Service skills to assist patrons effectively
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 Organizational skills and attention to detail for managing library materials and ensuring a tidy environment
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 Ability to work collaboratively with library staff and independently as needed
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 Basic proficiency with library systems and technology; familiarity with emerging information delivery methods is a plus
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 High school diploma or equivalent required; coursework in Library Science or related field preferred
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Library Assistant

The Bethlehem Area Public Library is seeking a full-time Custodian. The Custodian assists the Buildings Supervisor in cleaning, building and vehicle maintenance, general repairs, and security at the Main and South Side libraries. The position is 37.5 hours per week and consists of second shift work (typically 2pm-10:30pm) and rotating weekends and holidays. Starting salary is $40,000 per year and a competitive benefits package is offered. PA criminal, FBI fingerprint, and PA child abuse clearances are required. The official job description is below.The Bethlehem Area Public Library is an equal opportunity employer.I. PositionA. Title: CustodianB. Department: MaintenanceC. Supervisor: Buildings SupervisorII. QualificationsA. Knowledge of modern building cleaning methods, materials, and ability to operatecleaning equipmentB. Mechanical aptitudeC. Ability to perform manual labor, move heavy loads, and climb laddersD. Possession of current driver&rsquo;s licenseIII. Job SummaryThe Custodian assists the Buildings Supervisor in cleaning, maintenance, general repairs,and security at the Main and South Side buildings, and with maintenance of libraryvehicles. The position consists of second shift work and rotating holidays and weekends.Some flexibility with schedule is preferred.IV. Major Duties and ResponsibilitiesA. Janitorial duties at both buildings, mostly at MainB. Buildings maintenanceC. Buildings securityD. Vehicle maintenanceE. Rotation of emptying book drops at both libraries on holidays and weekendsF. Snow removal at both libraries, when neededG. May substitute as delivery driver to Branch and district librariesH. May participate in various events held by the library: assistance with setup, take-down, and maintenanceI. Other duties as assigned by the Buildings Supervisor or Assistant DirectorJob Type: Full-timePay: $40,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Full-time Custodian

The Bethlehem Area Public Library has an opening for a part-time Outreach Technician. The position is 15 hours per week and pay is $20 per hour. PA Child Abuse, PA Criminal, and FBI Fingerprint clearances are required. Working occasional nights and Saturdays is required. Full job description is below.The Bethlehem Area Public Library is an equal opportunity employer.I. POSITIONA. Title: Outreach TechnicianB. Department: OutreachC. Supervisor: Head of OutreachII. QUALIFICATIONSA. A bachelor&rsquo;s degree in an applicable subject area is preferred, or an associate&rsquo;s degreeplus one year of library experienceB. Ability to work well both independently and cooperatively with staff and patrons; mustpossess excellent customer service skillsC. Reference and technology skills, with proficiency in internet and online databasesearchingD. Must be flexible with schedule and work location, willing to cover coworker vacationsand outreach events as needed, especially in the evenings and on weekendsE. Must take initiative, use time efficiently, pay attention to detail, troubleshoot and resolveproblemsF. Ability to meet physical and environmental demands of the position &ndash; sitting for longperiods of time; lifting and moving boxes of books and materials weighing up to 40pounds; physical mobility to reach all shelvingG. Must maintain a professional appearance on the jobIII. JOB SUMMARYThe Outreach Technician is responsible for providing assistance with circulation,information, outreach, and programming. The ideal candidate will serve as an exemplaryrepresentative of the library to creatively and effectively promote the library&rsquo;s mission andservices.IV. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESA. Accurately shelves library materials; create engaging displaysB. Performs circulation duties (check-out / check-in of materials, register patrons for librarycards, resolve patron issues)C. Provides reference and reader&rsquo;s advisory assistance to patronsD. Stays informed of and promotes library services and programsE. Assists with outreach and /or creates outreach programming as neededF. Reads and reviews new materialsG. Keeps current with library trends in outreach and programmingH. Participates in the overall neatness of the library by performing light tidying tasksI. Other duties as assigned by supervisorJob Type: Part-timePay: $20.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Paid time off</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Outreach Technician

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Temporary Library Assistant

Library Assistant

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