Library Researcher jobs in Evansville, IN

Programming Library Assistant Job Description

Nature of Responsibility: Must display a positive and helpful attitude and a neat

appearance. The primary duties of the programming library assistant are to provide

service to patrons at the circulation desk, to provide light cleaning and maintenance as

needed and to help plan and implement adult and family programming.

Duties and Responsibilities:

 All aspects of circulation including: Register new patrons, check materials in and

out, collect payments, renew materials, renew patron registrations, answer

phone, etc.

 Provide general assistance to patrons

 Work collaboratively with other staff to plan, organize, implement and promote

adult and family programming. To include: Leading group activities,

finding/booking presenters, setting up the room and equipment, introducing

presenters, creating supply lists, publicity, etc.

 Schedules and implements adult programming regardless of timing

 Forms partnerships with people in the community, finds volunteers in the

community and through Friends of the Library to help with programming as

needed

 Sends programming information to the Social Media Library Assistant for

advertisement.

 Creates posters through Canva and shares with the team as necessary

 Basic cleaning and light maintenance as needed. Sweep/vacuum floors, take out

recycling bins, dust shelves and furniture, set up and take down tables as

needed, ensure cleanliness of bathrooms, etc.

 Clear sidewalks of snow, ice, leaves and debris as needed

 Miscellaneous duties as assigned

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge:

 Ability to stand, bend, squat, and stretch in order to reach materials at various

heights

 Must have the ability to learn and use the circulation system as well as changes

and enhancements

 Good communications skills are necessary to interact with library users,

coworkers, and the general public

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 23 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Ability to Relocate:

• Murphysboro, IL 62966: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person