Library Associate (Part Time)

City of Alameda•Alameda, CA

About The Position

The Library Associate provides routine library services to patrons, including help with the online library catalog, study-room bookings, email, and printing. The role serves at the circulation desk, answers basic reference questions, advises patrons about library materials for various subjects and age groups, and performs related support tasks such as shelving, filing, and sorting. Openings may be at the Main Library, branch libraries, or both. The position is approximately 15–20 hours per week and includes weekend work and additional work as needed. Part-time positions do not include benefits except accrued sick leave provided under the Healthy Workplace Healthy Family Act of 2014 (AB 1522).

Requirements

  • Graduation from high school.
  • Substantial cash-handling and clerical experience.
  • Basic typing and computer skills.

Nice To Haves

  • Two years of college.
  • Technical library experience.
  • Customer service experience.

Responsibilities

  • Assist patrons with the online library catalog, booking study rooms, email, and printing.
  • Serve at the circulation desk.
  • Answer basic reference questions.
  • Advise patrons about available materials across subjects and age groups.
  • Perform library support tasks such as shelving, filing, and sorting.

Benefits

  • Accrued sick leave in accordance with the Healthy Workplace Healthy Family Act of 2014 (AB 1522).
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