Library Assistant

WORK SCHEDULE: Monday to Thursday, 11:30am – 4pm; Friday, 11:00am – 5pm, and must be available to cover shifts between 4:30pm-9pm, as needed on weeknight, summer hours will vary.

LOCATION: South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities, Greenville, SC

Minimum Requirements: High school graduation, plus at least two years of training from a college, university, or business school. At least one-year of clerical or other relevant work experience; equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

Preferred: Relevant experience within a service industry and/or relevant experience working with high school students or in a school setting. Knowledge of the arts and previous work in a library.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Excellent communication and technical skills, including a good understanding of technology. Additional skills as required by job, and ability to perform all job duties

Physical Requirements: Must be capable of standing, walking, crouching, stooping, squatting, twisting, climbing, pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds, and lifting up to 25 pounds

SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES: The successful candidate for this position will provide outstanding customer service to our entire Govie Community. As a Part-Time Library Assistant in our John I Smith Charities Library you will serve in a front-lines role, acting as the first person to provide a welcoming environment for students and employees.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Engaging, encouraging, and assisting diverse customers in all areas of the Library in a welcoming, professional, and respectful manner.
• Answering directional and informational questions about the Library, including its services, materials, programs, and initiatives.
• Helping with opening and/or closing a library closing procedures
• Ensuring the location is organized and safe for operations.
• Assisting in the maintenance of supplies, statistics, cleaning, checking, and trouble-shooting equipment; shelving materials and sustaining the Library’s collection.
• Supporting our Govie community as they create in the library makerspace.
• Performing other duties as required or assigned.

Interested persons must complete a State Employment Application which can be found at www.scgsah.org/about/employment. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. Faxed applications will not be accepted. Email completed applications to employment@scgsah.org.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $14.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person