Library Assistant I – Adult Services

City of Sun Prairie•Sun Prairie, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position supports the work of the Adult Services department, primarily by staffing the library’s Welcome Desk, providing prompt and accurate information, reader’s advisory, and technology assistance to library users, via phone, email, and in person. Other job duties include but are not limited to: collection maintenance support, reading program support, and preparation of displays, booklists, and other materials.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Requires fluency in English.
Ability to understand and perform routine library procedures.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing effectively with staff and public and maintain effective public relations.
Ability to operate library equipment properly.
Keyboarding, filing, and office programming ability
Microsoft Office Suite and LinkCat proficiency.

Nice To Haves

Additional coursework in library studies preferred
Proficiency in Spanish desired.

Responsibilities

Assists patrons at the Welcome Desk with a variety of circulation, information and technical needs, including copying/scanning/faxing.
Assists patrons with the use of computers and other technology, including e-readers and other mobile devices.
Performs reader’s advisory and reference services for patrons.
Assists with projects relating to collection development, including selection of library materials, as assigned.
Maintains the confidentiality of library records.
May assist with library programs, preparation of promotional materials and other projects/activities as needed.
Performs other duties as required.