Library Aide- Part Time
About The Position
The City of Tolleson is seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our Library Department as a Library Aide. The purpose of this position is to provide customer service to library patrons by responding to inquiries and requests, assisting with technical needs, and providing information on library procedures and services. The library aide greets, directs, and assists patrons in person and via phone. Determines reading level and/or interest to assist in finding relevant materials; Checks library materials in and out. Inspects condition of materials. Verifies all items are scanned; Shelves, searches for, and locates materials utilizing Dewey Decimal system; Registers patrons and issues library cards; verifies residency; Provides instruction and assistance to patrons using reference resources and shared computer equipment; Performs data entry, maintains records, and collects fees; Assists with the maintenance of library collections; Assists with age-appropriate special programs and events. Prepares materials and event space for activities; Prepares and makes cash deposits; and, performs related work as assigned. Note: This is a part time position at 19 hours per week. Some evening and weekend shifts required.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED and 1 year of customer service experience ; or an equivalent combination of directly related education and experience.
- Fingerprint Clearance Card required.
Nice To Haves
- Fluent speaking Spanish highly desired.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to library patrons by responding to inquiries and requests
- Assist with technical needs
- Provide information on library procedures and services
- Greet, direct, and assist patrons in person and via phone
- Determine reading level and/or interest to assist in finding relevant materials
- Check library materials in and out
- Inspect condition of materials
- Verify all items are scanned
- Shelve, search for, and locate materials utilizing Dewey Decimal system
- Register patrons and issue library cards; verify residency
- Provide instruction and assistance to patrons using reference resources and shared computer equipment
- Perform data entry, maintain records, and collect fees
- Assist with the maintenance of library collections
- Assist with age-appropriate special programs and events
- Prepare materials and event space for activities
- Prepare and make cash deposits
- Perform related work as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
