JOB OPENING: Library Assistant (Part-Time)

The Upland Public Library is seeking a part-time Library Assistant. The Library Assistant will work approximately 13 hours a week (TH: 11am – 6pm, W & F: 10am – 1pm) and Saturdays (9am -1pm) on scheduled rotation. Candidates should be positive, energetic, and flexible. 

The Library Assistant job duties include:

• The ability and desire to help plan and implement programming for all ages with a focus on Adults and Teens.
• Providing circulation services including but not limited to: checking materials in and out, shelving books, register patrons for library cards, process fines and fees, helping patrons find library materials and place holds, providing readers advisory when needed.
• Preparing, packing and unpacking holds transits.
• Assisting patrons with copies, faxing, scanning and laminating.
• Helping patrons with computers and reading devices as needed.
• Processing new materials for circulation.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED equivalency.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for dealing pleasantly and cooperatively with patrons and other staff over the phone and in person.
• Comfortable with computers and other technology.
• Ability to multi-task and complete assigned tasks with multiple interruptions.
• Ability to stay on their feet for 2 or more hours and lift and move heavy objects.
• Ability to learn policies and procedures for circulation of books and processing of fees.
• Ability to serve patrons regardless of identity, origin, ability, religion, race, culture, socioeconomic status, age, sexual orientation or other differences.
• Ability to pass the required background check.

Please direct all resumes to the Library Director, Aubrie Wickham at bartonrdirector@gmail.com or mail them to Upland Public Library, PO Box 488, Upland, IN 46989 or drop off resumes at the circulation desk during the Library’s open hours. 

Position open until filled.