Find & Apply For Library Assistant / Technician Jobs in Mount Vernon, Iowa

Description Cornell College is hiring a part-time Public Library Assistant to support the operations of the first-floor circulation desk. This role plays a key part in delivering excellent service to our patrons and assisting with library programs and services.

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. We are open to hiring either one individual to work daily or two individuals to share the schedule (2-3 days per week each).

Key Responsibilities:

Provide front-line support at the first-floor circulation desk. Collaborate closely with the Public Library Director and Circulation Supervisor to ensure smooth daily operations and a welcoming environment for all visitors. About Cole Public Library Cole Public Library is half of a unique collaboration with the Cornell College Library. Together, the public and academic libraries make up the Russell D. Cole Library. In service to the Mount Vernon Community, it is the mission of the Cole Public Library to foster and support citizens' exploration of ideas, use of information, and opportunities for reading, viewing, and listening. About Cornell College Cornell College is a selective liberal arts college distinguished by our Ingenuity curriculum that builds on the strengths of our One Course At A Time schedule. This combination encourages the qualities of being thoughtful, original, and inventive, using the strengths of a liberal arts education to apply ideas to solve problems and meet challenges through hands-on experience in learning. Academic immersion, Division

III NCAA

athletic teams, and unparalleled flexibility attract an ambitious student body from across the U.S. and worldwide. We are located in Mount Vernon, Iowa, an urban fringe community located in the heart of the ICR Iowa region. Education, Experience, and Certification High School diploma required. Library experience preferred. Preferred Skills Excellent communication skills. Basic knowledge of general library procedures and customer service. Physical Working Conditions The work is varied, with some sitting, some standing, some lifting, and some walking around. Employees will be required to perform other job-related duties as assigned. All requirements are subject to change over time, with possible modifications made to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability. The hiring pay rate for the position is $16.50 per hour. Application Process To apply, submit a resume and list of at least three professional references through Cornell College's online application system. Cornell is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from underrepresented groups. Cornell complies with Iowa's Smoke-Free Air Act. Cornell utilizes E-Verify and requires satisfactory completion of a background check. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.