Library Assistant II

is an Equal Opportunity Employer

and Complies with the
American with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Requisition# 04378
Title Library Assistant II
Department Henrietta Hankin Library
Location 215 Windgate Drive, Chester Springs, PA

The Henrietta Hankin Branch is seeking a full-time Library Assistant II dedicated to maintaining and enhancing
the high standard of information and customer service established by the Library.

Responsibilities include providing front line customer service assistance and handling general account issues,
addressing any issues that may arise in a manner that reflects the library’s core values and principles of quality
customer service. Complete financial transactions accurately. Assist in opening and closing the department.
Function as part of the library Person In Charge team, ensuring smooth operation of the building in the
absence of the Branch Manager. Perform other duties or special projects as required including but not limited
to helping create and run programs, meeting room management, and staff blog updates.

This position requires a High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED). Excellent oral and written
communication skills and a demonstrated commitment to public service are essential. The ability to master
basic and specialized online circulation functions, and demonstrate current PC proficiency including internet,
email and Microsoft Office skills is required. The successful candidate will be accurate, detail oriented, and be
able to work independently and as part of a team. Previous customer service or retail experience is preferred,
along with a high degree of attention to detail and the ability to follow complex procedures and directions.

This position requires the following physical abilities: to handle, lift, move, shift library materials weighing up
to 25 lbs.; to wheel book-carts weighing up to 125 lbs.; to operate a keyboard; to stand, sit, kneel, walk, stoop,
reach repeatedly throughout the workday. Library experience and experience with children a plus.

All library positions require the following criminal background and child abuse clearances: Report of criminal
history from the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP); Child Abuse History Clearance from the Department of
Human Services (Child Abuse); and Fingerprint based federal criminal history submitted through the
Pennsylvania State Police or its authorized agent (FBI).

Position Type: Full time, Non-Exempt
Salary Information: $17.61 Hourly
Shift: Hours vary including nights and weekends.

Deadline: Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

To apply go to www.chesco.org and click on Employment