LIBRARY ASSISTANT (Part-Time) Position Available In Montgomery, Pennsylvania

• LIBRARY

ASSISTANT

• (Part-Time)
• Upper Merion Township, located in King of Prussia, PA, is seeking an energetic and organized
• Library Assistant
• who will report directly to the Head of Circulation. This position is responsible for delivering exceptional public library service to patrons. The ideal candidate should be self-motivated, possess a positive attitude, demonstrate personal integrity, exhibit a strong work ethic, and be capable of working independently or as part of a team. 
• The duties of the Library Assistant include (but are not limited to):
• Circulates, reserves, renews, distributes, and maintains all library materials
• Empties book drop boxes and sorts daily delivery of ILL materials
• Manages patron accounts, including registrations, renewals, and account inquiries
• Collects fees and explains library policies to patrons
• Provides computer and printer assistance to patrons
• Recommends titles and authors to patrons of all ages in a variety of genres and formats
• Responds to in-person and telephone inquiries about library programs and services
• Maintains an understanding of the library’s website, online databases, and digital materials to assist patrons and support library services
• Retrieves and processes items from the Picklist to fulfill patron hold requests
• Responsible for shelving materials and shelf reading collection
• Upholds patron privacy at all times
• Adheres to all library policies and procedures
• Performs other library duties as assigned.

• Physical Characteristics:

• Walk, sit, bend, and reach materials with ease and comfort
• Carry items weighing up to 25 lbs
• Climb and balance on a 14-inch footstool.

• Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience in a customer service-focused environment
• Work closely with staff and the public to provide a seamless customer service experience
• Strong computer and communication skills
• Able to have difficult conversations with customers and staff while staying professional
• Has current: PA Child Abuse; PA Criminal; and FBI clearances or ability to obtain them
• Completion of pre-employment drug test screening.

• Schedule:

• Monday & Tuesday 1:00 pm-8:00 pm
• Wednesday & Thursday 1:00 pm-5:00 pm
• Every other Saturday, 10 am
• 5 pm
• How to

Apply:

• For immediate consideration, applicants should submit:
• A completed job application by visiting Application-UMT-Employment-REV-Jan-2024.pdf
• A cover letter, and
• A resume via email to hr@umtownship.org.
• Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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