LIBRARY ASSISTANT I - Range 7/ AMEA

Municipality of Anchorage • Anchorage, AK

383d • $31,741 - $40,456

About The Position

The Library Assistant I position at the Municipality of Anchorage is a part-time role focused on providing customer service and support within the library environment. The role involves assisting patrons with library services, managing library materials, and supporting library programs and events. This position is essential for maintaining a welcoming and efficient library experience for the community.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Six months of customer service experience (volunteer or paid).

Nice To Haves

• Preference for returning Seasonal Employees eligible for Recall as per AMEA 3.14.8.
• Preference for current AMEA employees.

Responsibilities

• Perform customer service tasks including charging, discharging, and renewing library materials.
• Register patrons for library cards and place requests for materials.
• Provide public assistance with library technologies, including computers, copiers, and printers.
• Manage cash duties including accepting fines and fees, and operating a cash register and credit card terminal.
• Assist with library programs and events.
• Provide staff support during meal periods and substitute coverage during staff absences.
• Perform all duties of Library Clerk and assist librarians in conducting library programs and activities.
• Perform basic repairs to library materials.
• Read and initiate work-related communication through email and online chat.
• Provide excellent service to internal and external customers.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Audio benefits
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts - Health and Dependent Care
• Health Savings Accounts
• State of Alaska Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) Program
• 401(k) and 457 Savings Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Leave Plan
• 11 Paid Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Economic Programs
• Education Level: High school or GED