Part-Time Library Assistant II – Mountain View Library Position Available In Cobb, Georgia

Part-Time Library Assistant II – Mountain View Library

Salary
$2079 Hourly
Location Marietta, GA
Job Type
Part-Time
Job Number
04134
Department
Library
Opening Date
05/01/2025
Closing Date
5/8/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Grade Code
106P
DESCRIPTION
BENEFITS
QUESTIONS
Position Information
This part-time Library Assistant (PTLA) position is located at the Mountain View Library and may fill in at other libraries in that region This position will work 18 hours per week including some nights and weekends and 4 hours (1:00-5:00p) on scheduled Sundays In this customer service role, the PTLA will assist patrons with using online resources, computer and tech questions, reference inquiries and circulation services They will also be assigned to assist with shelving, processing book donations, processing daily delivery of materials, ordering supplies, assisting with opening and closing procedures, daily branch workflows, and special projects under the guidance of librarians Essential Functions
Provides customer service to library patrons and the public: greets visitors and directs to areas of library; provides assistance and information related to library services, fees, procedures, city information and directions, or other issues; researches book titles, book availability, patron records, or related information; reserves materials for patrons; notifies patrons about overdue books, arrival of reserved books, or other issues; and assists patrons with the use of various library equipment in assigned area
Returns library books and materials to appropriate shelving areas: shelves or places materials in appropriate order; reads labels to ensure materials belong to assigned branch and are arranged in proper order; and locates materials and searches for missing materials as needed
Checks library materials in and out: operates the library’s automated circulation system to charge, discharge, and renew books; counts paperbacks checked out; retrieves books from book drop; inspects materials for damage and withdraws materials in need of repair from circulation; inspects for routing slips or other identification prior to shelving; routes books to other locations as appropriate; sorts and arranges materials on book carts for shelving; and separates new books for display
Performs general tasks related to library operations, which may include sorting and organizing donated paperbacks and other materials, moving book carts, maintaining general appearance of library, cleaning counters, watering plants, or running various errands
Monitors inventory levels of library supplies: initiates requests for new or replacement materials
Answers the telephone: provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages or directs calls to appropriate personnel; and returns calls as necessary
Provides computer and reference assistance to library patrons: assists patrons in finding required information; instructs patrons in use of various library systems and resources; suggests appropriate internal and external resources for queries; and conducts informal training, as needed
Performs other related duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree is required; supplemented by one year of experience in customer service or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job
Preferred Qualifications
Enjoys working with the public of all ages
Friendly and approachable personality
Work independently in a busy environment
Attention to detail and the ability to multitask Strong interpersonal skills
Must have own transportation for outreach events
Must have experience with Google Workspace and Integrated Library Software
Physical Abilities
Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds) Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation
Sensory Requirements
Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally