Circulation Assistant

Description :

Library circulation desk assistant. 19 hours a week at $10.00/hour. Please submit resume and application in person at the library at 605 North Street Ashburn, or via email to the Branch Manager, Christy Casimiro, icipated start date by the end of May; selected applicants will be contacted for interviews by mid-May.

Victoria Evans Memorial Library is seeking a friendly, qualified Part-Time Circulation Desk Assistant to join our amazing team.

• Tuesdays:
  Noon – 6:00 p.m.
• Wednesdays: 1:00 p.m – 6:00 p.m.
• Fridays: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

All applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, savvy technology skills, a pleasing disposition, and a sincere desire to help people. Applicants should be able to help patrons with technology needs and reference requests, and provide one-on-one assistance. Applicants must be able to communicate effectively with supervisors, staff, and the public.

• Excellent oral and written communication and reading skills.
• Be an avid reader, comfortable with readers' advisory skills.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, coworkers, and the general public.
• Extremely tech-savvy.
• Both self-directed and work in a team environment.
• Familiarity with PINES library catalog.
• Familiarity with Turner County and/or the Ashburn community.

• Process and maintain collections including periodicals, laptops, launchpads, partner passes, and other items.
• Assist users in locating desired library materials in the building or through intra‑library loan and refers them to appropriate resources for specialized requests to meet their needs.
• Enter and update patrons' records on computers.
• Instruct patrons on how to use reference sources, e‑resources, and automated information systems.
• Use tact and sensitivity when dealing with all patrons and in all situations.
• Educate the public on library programs, resources and events.
• Read shelves on a regular basis for the purpose of keeping materials in correct order.
• Perform clerical duties, such as sorting mail, answering phones, filing, photocopying, and word processing.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the library including light dusting/hoovering.
• Adhere to library policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Work in a vibrant, welcoming public library that serves as a hub for learning and community connection. Our temperature‑controlled environment is comfortable year‑round and designed to support both staff and patrons. You’ll be part of a friendly, collaborative team in a dynamic setting that balances a calm, organized atmosphere with engaging programs, events, and daily interactions with the public. The job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of bags and carts of books;

balancing while carrying and shelving books; frequent stooping, kneeling, and crouching; and significant fine finger dexterity.

• Specific skill‑based competencies include: technologically savvy and the ability to type accurately; learn to operate photocopier, fax machine and microfilm machine, cash register.
• Be dependable, highly organized, and have a strong sense of responsibility.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent customer‑service skills.

This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions and responsibilities that comprise this position.

Open Until Filled