Part-Time Library Assistant

Dougherty County Public Library • Albany, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Dougherty County Public Library has a vacancy for a Library Assistant. Employees in this position are responsible for staffing the Circulation desk and performing other duties that contribute to the efficient operation of the library.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Additional education or at least 1 year of work experience
• Must provide a copy of high school diploma or GED

Responsibilities

• Issues library cards.
• Checks books and materials out and in.
• Answers the telephone; provides information and assistance; collects fines and fees; obtains books and materials from other libraries to fill patron requests.
• Ensures equipment used by the public is in good working order; demonstrates proper use of such equipment; performs routine maintenance, e.g. loading paper and changing toner cartridges.
• Sorts and returns materials to the stacks, re-shelves, and files.
• Notifies patrons of overdue or reserved library materials; processes and covers new materials.
• Strives to resolve patron problems and concerns relating to late fees or unreturned materials.
• Checks in magazines, newspapers and other mail, routing it to the appropriate locations.
• Assist with special events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED