Library Associate/ Adult Services
About The Position
The Library Associate position in Adult Services is a Full-Time Non-Exempt role requiring 40 hours per week, with a schedule that includes days, evenings, and weekends. The role is eligible for full benefits, including participation in the Alabama State Employees’ Retirement System. The Library Associate reports to the Adult Services Manager and has no supervisory responsibilities. The primary function of this position is to provide excellent service to library patrons by assisting them with routine requests, reference and reader's advisory services, creating library cards, shelving materials, answering the phone, supporting departmental services, and assisting with adult programming.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree or an Associate’s Degree combined with two years of relevant experience; or a combination of education and experience equivalent to these requirements
- A valid driver’s license
- Accurate/Efficient work performance
- Good communication skills
- Reliability and Dependability
- Cooperation and Teamwork
- Committed to Safety
Responsibilities
- Assists patrons in using the online catalog to locate library materials and researching material availability
- Assists patrons in use of the Reader’s Advisory and Reference collections
- Assists with the delivery of adult programming
- Creates and maintains displays
- Supports collection development department with selecting, weeding, and shifting materials as needed
- Supports circulation through the creation of library cards and shelving materials
- Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills
- Demonstrates strong customer service skills in interactions with patrons and coworkers
- Communicates professionally, courteously, and effectively
- Operates library equipment such as computers, fax machine, microfilm computer, copiers, bar code scanner, book carts, postage processing equipment, vehicles, and telephone in an appropriate, respectful, efficient manner
- Works on special projects as assigned
Benefits
- Eligible for full benefits
- Required participation in the Alabama State Employees’ Retirement System
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
