[OPLINLIST] Library Associate opening

[Terri Manney]

MidPointe Library - Library Associate – Part Time – West Chester, Ohio



We have a part time opening for a customer-oriented individual who likes to help people in a busy office-type environment at our West Chester Library. To thrive in this environment, you don't need library experience, we can teach you!



At the MidPointe Library System, our mission is to enrich our community through access & experiences. We do that by connecting a curious community to our library services & strive to provide a positive learning experience.



At our West Chester Library, associates provide our patrons with excellent customer service at one of the service desks by answering questions; giving reading recommendations; providing computer and printer assistance; creating library cards; assisting patrons with check in and check out; and giving instruction on how to use the online card catalog, the Internet, print station, e-reader tablets, library research databases, and other digital resources. You'd also process holds and reserves; look up materials; sort; shelve; shelf read; pull holds; and use lists to pull materials. As a member of the public services team, you'd work independently and work with co-workers.



MidPointe is located on the east side of Butler County, Ohio in a vibrant, dynamic, diverse community that enjoys community support. Nestled between Cincinnati and Dayton, the county has a wide variety of schools, entertainment, dining experiences, sports, and cultural events. We have something for everyone!


To Be Successful, you will need to:

  *   Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
  *   Must be friendly, approachable & provide a positive library experience to patrons.
  *   Must have excellent customer service, a strong service ethic, excellent problem-solving skills, adapt rapidly to change & thrive in a busy environment.
  *   Must have computer experience that includes MS Office & the Internet.
  *   Be able to independently (& with others), quickly & favorably respond to new or changed responsibilities or situations & be able to prioritize & handle confidential information.
  *   Have a good knowledge of literature that appeals to children, teens & adults.
  *   Must be able to learn & carry out the responsibilities of the position.
  *   Must be able to effectively read (including cursive), write, speak & understand English.
  *   Regular & predictable physical attendance is required

Hours:

20 hours per week on a 2-week rotating schedule of:



Schedule for open Sundays: Labor Day - Memorial Day

Week 1:  Sun off, Mon off, Tues 3-8 pm, Wed 3-8 pm,

Thurs 3-8 pm, Fri off, Sat 12-5 pm
Week 2: Sun 12:15-5:15 pm, Mon off, Tues off,

Wed 3-8 pm, Thurs 3-8 pm, Fri 12-5 pm, Sat off



Schedule for closed Sundays: Memorial Day - Labor Day

Week 1:  Mon off, Tues 3-8 pm, Wed 3-8 pm,

Thurs 3-8 pm, Fri off, Sat 12-5 pm

Week 2: Mon off, Tues 3-8 pm, Wed 3-8 pm,

Thurs 3-8 pm, Fri 12-5 pm, Sat off



Rate of Pay:

The pay range is $13.00 – $19.00 per hour, the pay rate depends on experience.



Benefits:

Part time benefits include state retirement; direct deposit; accrued paid time off; eligibility for dental and vision insurance; paid holiday’s; education assistance; granted EPSL for Covid sickness usage & employee assistance plan.



Physical Requirements:

-Must have the ability to move book crates that could weigh up to 75 pounds when full and move book carts that could weigh up to 200 pounds when full.

-Must be able to work in areas that may contain cleaning odors, dust or other possible allergens.

-Must have manual dexterity sufficient to operate library equipment including the conveyor belt check-in system.



Apply:

Complete a required MidPointe Library System employment application found at: https://secure.entertimeonline.com/ta/6138957.jobs?ShowAllOpenings.



Inquiries:

The full job description for this opening is available on our website at: https://www.midpointelibrary.org/page/jobs. Please, only call the library if you need assistance in completing the required online application.



Terri Manney
Human Resources Assistant
MidPointe Library System
125 S Broad St
Middletown OH 45044
1.513.705.8516
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