On Call Library Assistant I

Description

Love books, helping people, and being part of a vibrant community hub? The West Linn Library is looking for a friendly, curious, and service-minded Library Assistant I to join our team! From connecting patrons with their next great read to supporting programs and keeping our library running smoothly, you'll play an important role in creating a welcoming space where people of all ages can learn, discover, and belong. If you enjoy variety in your workday, thrive in a customer-focused environment, and believe libraries are one of the best places in a community, we'd love to hear from you!

Under the supervision of a Library Manager or Circulation Supervisor, performs clerical and related public service work at the Library. Work may include tasks at the Circulation, Information, and/or Youth Services Desks. Assists in answering information and reader’s advisory questions.

Examples of Duties

• Contribute to a positive work environment.
• Works at the library service desks providing general assistance for Library patrons including checking materials in and out, shelving returned items, processing payments for fines and fees, creating new library accounts, and answering general reference and reader’s advisory questions.
• May assist with specific library functions such as resolving problem items on patron accounts, managing the newspaper collections, helping out with library programs, or assisting with volunteers.
• Provides support for collection maintenance. This may include running collection reports, pulling books for weeding review, and discarding items.
• May represent the Library on assigned professional committees.
  
  

Qualifications

The position requires a minimum of one year of customer service, clerical or record keeping work experience. Prior library experience preferred. Interest and knowledge in books and reading desirable.

Specialized skills include ability to type, and skill in use of typical office and computing equipment and software.

Supplemental Information

The available shifts are Friday and Sunday; hours vary.

This position does not include benefits.

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U.S. Armed Forces Veterans: If you served in the U.S. Armed Forces, and are requesting to use veterans' preference points, please describe in detail your relevant training and transferable skills from your military service as it applies to the requirements of this position.

Enter N/A if you do not have military service.

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I have successfully uploaded a comprehensive resume and cover letter addressing why I should be considered for this position as well as the additional required application materials listed in the job announcement.

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I understand that communication with applicants will be via email and that it is my responsibility to check my inbox as well as my spam/junk email for communication regarding my application and recruitment updates.

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• No
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