Library Assistant-Substitute (Adult Services)

City of Littleton•Littleton, CO

1d•$19 - $21•Hybrid

About The Position

The Bemis Library Adult Services Division has several openings for a Library Assistant Substitute to work variable hours including weekdays, evenings, and weekends. This position serves as part of a substitute pool and allows for flexible scheduling. Weekends and some evenings are required for this position. The Library Assistant furnishes a high quality and variety of customer services to library users: answers reference questions and reader’s advisory questions for customers, provides assistance to library patrons in locating information and materials, and instructs patrons how to use library resources, including electronic resources and digital content. The ideal candidate is a quick learner who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is not afraid to make mistakes. Exceptional candidates will have strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, an eye for detail, and the willingness and availability to work a variety of shifts. We believe strongly in supporting our staff members in learning and growing professionally and the Substitute Library Assistant position is a great opportunity to get immersed in library work and become a part of the Bemis Library team.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent; and Two (2) years of public library work experience; or An equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience that produces the knowledge, skill, and ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position may be considered.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree

Responsibilities

Through verbal or written communication and knowledgeable questioning, determines customer needs and provides the information or assistance required.
Accurately answers customer questions by using the resources of the library. Questions are answered face-to-face, by telephone, or via email.
Provides informal training to patrons in the use of library resources, including electronic resources and library equipment.
Operates a personal computer with assigned software including the library’s ILS and discovery layer, the Internet, office software, and online databases.
Assists customers in using the equipment resources of the library.
Plans and arranges workload and establishes priorities to complete scheduled, assigned work within the parameters and deadlines assigned by supervisor.
Maintains daily order and safety.
Consistently enforces library standards and rules of safety and conduct.
Delivers work products and services with responsiveness, courtesy, and tact in personal interactions with customers and staff.
Observes and follows established city and department policies and procedures in the conduct of the job.
Performs other similar assignments and projects as required.
May serve as an Emergency Worker.