Library Associate

Warren-Trumbull County Public Library • Warren, OH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Warren-Trumbull County Public Library is seeking to add a dedicated and service-oriented individual to join our Adult Services Department as a part-time Library Associate. This part-time position offers an exciting opportunity to support a dynamic team that provides excellent services, resources, and programs to customers of all ages. The Library Associate will assist with reference services, programming, and customer support, while helping foster a welcoming and engaging environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in libraries, education, or related fields.
• Previous library experience or experience working in a customer service-oriented environment is highly desirable.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with library technology, including digital catalogs, e-books, and databases.
• Ability to assist customers with varying levels of technology literacy.
• Interest in and knowledge of adult literature, culture, and community engagement.
• Passion for serving the public and promoting literacy and lifelong learning.

Responsibilities

• Provides reference and reader's advisory service to customers of all ages in person and via telephone and email.
• Instructs users individually and in groups in the use of library materials and equipment, to include use of digital resources and online research resources.
• Presents information about library services and programs to individuals and groups.
• Prepares displays, bibliographies, or other materials for the public as requested.
• Performs clerical tasks related to interlibrary loan, including processing incoming materials, notifying customers, filing paperwork, packing outgoing materials, and contacting customers or libraries about overdue material.
• Plans and presents programs for adults in collaboration with the adult Services Manager.
• Assists in the withdrawing of library materials as needed.

Benefits

• Retirement Plan: OPERS- Mandatory 10% employee contribution, 14% employer contribution
• 13 Paid Holidays
• PTO Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing education opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level