[OPLINLIST] Employment Opportunity -- Library Assistant, Part-Time at Swanton Public Library

[Janelle Thomas via OPLINLIST]

Please excuse multiple postings:



*Employment Opportunity – Library Assistant, Part-Time*



*Position*: Library Assistant. 20 to 29 hours per week; some evenings and
weekends possible

*Library*: Swanton Public Library

*Location*: Swanton, Ohio

*Description*: Duties include operating the circulation desk, assisting
patrons, shelving, collecting the book drop, and processing collection
materials. Computer skills a must. Qualifications include effective and
efficient customer service skills, quality verbal skills, ability to
perform basic clerical skills, and presenting a neat appearance. High
school diploma or GED equivalent and background check required. EOE.



Usual Physical Demands while performing duties of the job:

·         Regularly operates computers and scanners that may have
repetitive actions

·         Moving and lifting heavy books and materials approximately 40-50
pounds

·         Pushing book carts filled with materials, approximately 80 pounds

·         Using stairs and elevator to access all floors of the library



Position Duties include:

·         Daily collection of returned items in the book drop

·         Opening and closing the Library

·         Checking Library material in and out

·         Taking and locating reserves

·         Taking and completing interlibrary loans

·         Assisting patrons with reference searches and reader’s advisory

·         Making photocopies, scans, and faxes for patrons

·         Maintaining a neat environment at the circulation desk as well as
at counters and tables on the main floor

·         Issuing Library cards

·         Collecting fines and fees

·         Answering the telephone



Other Duties include:

·         Straightening and reading shelves

·         Monitoring patron behavior as needed

·         Telephoning reserve notifications

·         Preparing and processing library and interlibrary loan materials

·         Assisting the Technical Services Specialist with cataloging

·         Performing all other duties assigned by the Director as necessary

·         The duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to
change without notice



Qualifications:

·         Ability to meet and deal effectively with the public

·         Good verbal skills

·         Attention to detail

·         Ability to perform basic clerical skills in typing and
recordkeeping

·         Present a neat appearance



*Email Cover Letter, Resume, and Completed Application To:*

Janelle Thomas, Swanton Public Library Director:   jthomas.spl at gmail.com



*Posted 2/21/2017* – This position will remain open until filled
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