Circulation Assistant

WE ARE HIRING!

Reddick Public Library District is seeking a self-motivated, friendly, organized, and community-oriented individual with strong customer service skills to join our year-round staff! 1 PART-TIME

CIRCULATION ASSISTANT, 14-18 HOURS/WEEK.

Hours include days, 1-2 evening/week & 1-2 weekends/month.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

Performs essential circulation tasks: checks-in/checks-out materials, collects fees, handles all materials, and places holds. Completes new patron registration, renews patron cards, and updates patron information in library software. Acts as library reception and orients patrons to use of library. Answers telephone, relays messages to appropriate staff, and makes calls as needed. Performs opening and closing procedures when necessary. Answers directional questions and refers reference questions to appropriate staff. Assists patrons with basic information regarding use of library materials, reader's advisory, equipment, and services. Attends relevant professional development opportunities and meetings as required. Submits monthly report to Director. Creates displays and other departmental activities as assigned. Provides consistent, gracious, and friendly service to all members of the public. Establishes and maintains effective work relationships. Cooperates as a team member in performing any duty essential to the achievement of efficient library operations. Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Minimum high school diploma or equivalent. Previous public library or customer service experience preferred. Strong professional public service and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate well in English, both orally and in writing, required. Ability to communicate in Spanish desirable. Competency in Microsoft Office products. High level of proficiency using Internet, email, online searching, and Windows operating systems in a desktop computing environment. Availability to work scheduled evenings and weekends. Ability to bend, lift, and carry up to 40 pounds

APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE AT THE LIBRARY, OR ONLINE AT

www.reddicklibrary.org/employment Completed applications can be submitted to employment@reddicklibrary.org or in person by Friday, May 29, at Reddick Library, 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL. No phone calls, please.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$15.25 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off Application Question(s): Do you have the ability to bend, lift and carry up to 40 pounds?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person