Library Assistant - Circulation
Manheim Township•Lancaster, PA
•$15 - $15•Onsite
About The Position
The Library Assistant-Circulation handles patron-facing circulation functions and workroom operations. This role involves registering new patrons, managing circulation, assisting with technology, and maintaining a welcoming library environment. The position requires flexibility in scheduling, including occasional Saturdays and evenings.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods of time and intermittently
- Ability to lift 30 pounds, push/pull carts/crates weighing 50 pounds, and shelve materials on high as well as low shelves
- Dexterity is mandatory as this job requires frequent use of hands and fingers
- Ability to complete keyboard entry
- Ability to talk, hear, and see
- Must pass Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI Fingerprint Based Federal Criminal History Check.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's or bachelor's degree
- Ability to speak a language in addition to English
Responsibilities
- Register new library patrons and issue library cards
- Facilitate circulation functions in-person or by phone
- Check in and sort books and other media and empty book drops
- Assist patrons with printing, copying, and scanning documents, and troubleshoot public computer problems
- Promote and instruct patrons in the use of library e-resources
- Manage study room usage
- Help patrons identify and acquire desired material through readers advisory, holds, and Interlibrary Loan
- Accurately record cash receipts and other monetary transactions at desk
- Assist with volunteer training and assigning tasks
- Promote a pleasant, welcoming, and organized atmosphere in the library for staff and patrons
- Enforce the Library's Code of Conduct Policy
- Maintain confidentiality and ethical behavior in all library matters
- Perform building opening and closing procedures
- Shelving books and media
- Book repair
- Complete required continuing education
- Perform other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
