The Library Assistant is responsible for making library resources readily available to patrons and staff. The employees in this position perform support staff duties in a public library and related work as required.  The Library Assistant is a beginning level position in the library field, requiring interest in and capacity to acquire a working knowledge of library techniques and procedures. The work is performed independently and reports directly to the Branch Manager.

Work includes, but is not limited to:

• Interact with and assist patrons
• Perform circulation desk duties
• Provide technology support
• Sort and shelve books
• Issue and receive library materials
• Register patrons
• Receive payments
• Help recommend and process new/discarded materials
• Maintain statistics
• Assist in programming and research requests
• Assist with general library promotions
• Perform general cleaning around the library
• Participate in continuing education opportunities

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and library patrons
• Excellent customer service and service orientation
• Ability to learn library rules, procedures, and practices
• Ability to understand written and oral instructions
• Knowledge and proficiency with Library Automated System
• Familiarity with technology, including but not limited to PCs, smartphones, databases,
  printing/scanning/faxing, etc.
• Capacity for attention to detail and accuracy
• Accurate spelling, word processing, and filing skills
• Understanding of the Dewey Decimal System
• Time management and multitasking
• General care of library materials – regular inspection, maintenance/repair and an ability to
  lift up to 40 lbs
• Making Decisions – analyze info and evaluate results to choose the best solution and
  solve problems
• Critical thinking
• General cleaning such as light dusting, sweeping floors, etc.
• Ability to work independently

• High school diploma; or equivalency and any related courses; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skill, and abilities.
• Pennsylvania Act 34 Criminal Record Check, Act 151 (Child Abuse) Background Check, and Act 114 Federal (FBI) Background checks required.

This is an hourly position at $12.00/hour with expectations of 20-25 hours/week on average. The typical schedule includes weekdays and a Saturday rotation.