Library Assistant

City of New London•New London, WI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Library Assistant performs circulation tasks, processes materials, provides customer service including reference and reader’s advisory services. The position is around 20 hours per week; nights, days and every other weekend.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience working with the public required.
Organizational, interpersonal and public relations skills
Instructing, coordinating, problem solving, troubleshooting, decision making and conflict resolution skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills; listening skills, customer service skills
Computer skills

Nice To Haves

Previous library experience desirable.

Responsibilities

Checks library materials in and out
Collects and records fines and fees; records daily monies
Maintains magazines
Registers patrons; maintains patron records
Conducts reference and readers' advisory interviews; provides information on library services and policies
Initiates and answers telephone inquiries; transfers calls to appropriate personnel when necessary
Assists patrons in the use of library equipment
Searches shelves for materials; prepares and sends out overdue notices
Processes materials for shelves; mends books
Assists with maintaining order in the library
Communicates with co-workers, supervisors, the public, etc.
Participates in seminars and meetings as may be directed by the Adult Services Librarian, Children's Services Librarian, or Library Director
Miscellaneous duties as may be directed by the Adult Services Librarian, Children's Services Librarian, or Library Director