14-18 hours/week; after training, the permanent schedule would consist of at least one day shift per week, one evening shift per week. Hours include one Saturday and one Sunday shift each month; availability and flexibility for subbing also required. Will involve direct public service while assisting patrons at the Circulation Desk, which includes checking out materials, issuing and renewing library cards, answering phones, problem solving. Additional duties include discharging of library material, collecting, routing, evaluating items, and other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
Excellent public service skills Ability to listen and accommodate the differing needs of our patrons Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, supervisors, and especially the public High School diploma or equivalent Accuracy and skill in typing Understanding of basic computer usage, keyboarding and telephone operation Physically able to stand for extended periods of time Physically able to lift and/or move objects of light to moderate weight
Desirable Qualifications:
Ability to file alpha-numerically Knowledge of library practices and operations Ability to work independently and to assume responsibility