The West Lafayette Public Library is committed to providing our patrons with exceptional customer experiences. We are seeking individuals with proven abilities in customer service to join our public service desk staff.
Library Assistant, Part Time (15-20 hours per week)
Position 1: Thursday: 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.; Friday: 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.; Saturday: 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Position 2: Sunday: 12:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.; Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Compensation: $16.00/Hr.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Check out materials to patrons
- Assist patrons in utilizing Library resources
- Maintain patrons’ confidentiality in all facets
- Work in a friendly and cooperative manner with all patrons and staff members Learn and apply Library policies
- Work with the Library’s integrated library system
- Transit books belonging to other libraries
- Issue Library cards
- Update patron information in the Library’s ILS
- Work with minimal supervision
- Work under pressure
EDUCATION:
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- College degree is preferred as is previous experience in a public service environment
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Knowledge of books and other library resources
- Lift and carry a minimum of 40 pounds and maneuver a book cart weighing up to 200 pounds
- Ability to reach and stoop to retrieve items close to the floor
- Strong technology skills
- Effectively use a multi-line phone system
- Other duties as assigned and/or required
The West Lafayette Public Library does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
Please submit your resume and three references to: Scott Tracey stracey@wlaf.lib.in.us
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