Material Support Specialist
About The Position
The Material Support Specialist works at the Allen County Public Library's Main Branch, helping keep the multi-floor building organized and ensuring library materials move efficiently among departments and are accessible to staff and patrons. The role involves active, hands-on work across departments and with a wide variety of materials and teams. The position is part-time and follows this schedule: Sunday through Tuesday, 12–5; Wednesday and Thursday off; Friday, 12–4; and Saturday, 9–2. Applicants must pass the Dewey Decimal skills test. The test is available in the Human Resources office Monday through Friday from 9:00 to 4:30, or at any branch during regular library hours.
Requirements
- Pass the Dewey Decimal skills test.
- Enjoy active, hands-on work and being on the move.
- Be detail-oriented and take pride in organization.
- Work well independently and as part of a team.
- Be comfortable using basic computer systems.
- Bring a positive, cooperative attitude to interactions.
Responsibilities
- Sort, shelve, and organize books and other library materials.
- Move materials throughout the Main Library building and deliver them to the appropriate locations.
- Retrieve holds and requested items and prepare them for pickup.
- Check in materials, inspect them for damage, and route them appropriately.
- Maintain accurate shelving through shelf reading and item searches.
- Assist with inventory, donations, and materials prepared for book sales or system-wide programs.
- Support special projects, such as shifting collections or maintaining government documents.
- Assist across departments to help library operations run smoothly.
Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Account
- Voluntary Insurance Options
- Three weeks of vacation accrual
- One week of sick accrual
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
