Library assistant

LIBRARY ASSISTANT

Application Deadline July 26, 2024

Status Part-Time, Non-Exempt

Typical Schedule Weeknights and Weekends as required; 15-18 hours / week

Compensation $20.26 to $25.32

Required Education Associate's Degree or Library Technical Assistant Certificate

At Vernon Area Public Library District (VAPLD), All Are Welcome Here!

We love our jobs. We love serving our community and being a gateway to exploring stories, developing programs and sharing smiles.

Everyday, we go to work filled with passion to be excellent, to creatively problem solve and to innovate. Our endeavors aim to help support literacy, programs and underpin the needs of our community.

VAPLD is analyzing its commitment to the community and how it could be more service-savvy by supporting diverse perspectives, committing to environmentally sustainable behaviors and creating safe spaces.

VAPLD is looking for doers and thinkers, who are not afraid to cultivate relationships and support diverse perspectives. We are looking for forward-thinking team members who attack obstacles with a collaborative flair and an awesome spirit.

Do you value helping people access information? Do you love community service? Are you a change agent? If these questions describe you, then please read on!

Position Summary

Working under the direction of the Head of Readers & Information Services, the Library Assistant is responsible for assuring high patron satisfaction while staffing the reference desk and answering patron questions in accordance with current library policies and procedures.

What You’ll Be Working On

Answers questions and provides basic readers’ advisory in person or via telephone, email, instant message, or other forms of electronic communicationProvides exemplary service to patrons in a timely and confidential manner, maintaining the library’s high level of customer service in accordance with the Standards of Public ServiceMaintains knowledge of current print and electronic resources to competently answer questionsMaintains knowledge of and provides basic help with circulating and non-circulating technologies, including but not limited to tablets, eReaders, laptops, public computers, printers, copiers, scanners, and fax machinesProvides user instruction for internet searching, email, social media, downloading services for digital media, and word processingDemonstrates good judgment in the interpretation of library and department policies during normal workflow and emergenciesRefers in-depth or extended reference and readers’ advisory questions to librarians, as neededPerforms notary servicesWork at the reference desk, as scheduledAttends scheduled meetings and core competency training, as requiredMaintains awareness of overall library functions, projects, and goalsWhat You’ll Bring

Minimum Education : Associate’s Degree or Library Technical Assistant Certificate Preferred Education : Bachelor’s DegreeMinimum Work Experience : 1 year in a public library or other customer service based field / organizationService-oriented attitude with the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with staff and the publicExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to effectively provide reference assistance and instruction servicesStrong technology skills to include : Microsoft Windows and Office applications, Google Suite applications, the internet, eReaders, and tabletsAbility to adapt to evolving technologyThorough knowledge of popular materials for adults, and readers’ advisory resourcesWorking knowledge of modern library policies and procedures, methods, practices, and materialsAbility to exercise initiative in problem-solving and refer questionable situations to supervisorAbility to complete detailed work accurately, efficiently, and on time, with minimal supervisionAbility to plan, organize, and prioritize work assignmentsWhat’s In It For You?

Diverse Work EnvironmentCompetitive SalaryAnnual Time Off : Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Personal Time Off (PTO) & Floating HolidayKnowledgeable, high-achieving, experienced staffWork-Life Balance

How To Apply

For full consideration, please submit a Resume & Cover Letter via the Career Center in ADP.

A full job description is available upon request. For additional questions, please contact Human Resources at recruiting@vapld.info

Equal Employment Opportunity

The library does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, arrest record, protected order status, genetic information, or other non-job related criteria in any term, condition, or privilege of employment

15-18 hours / week; Weeknights and Weekends as required15-18 hours / week

Last updated : 2024-07-13

Salary : $20 - $25