Part-Time Library Assistant II - Sewell Mill and Powder Springs

Part‑Time Library Assistant II – Sewell Mill & Powder Springs

Position Information

Location:

Sewell Mill and Powder Springs Libraries

Schedule:

18 hours per week (including nights and weekends) plus an additional 4 hours (1:00‑5:00 PM) on scheduled Sundays
Primary duties include library circulation, reference services, and assistance with youth programs and outreach.

• Provide customer service to library patrons and the public: greet visitors, direct them to appropriate areas, provide assistance and information on library services, fees, and procedures, search for books and patron records, and reserve materials.
• Return and shelve library materials: manage shelving, verify labels, locate missing items, and arrange materials in proper order.
• Check library materials in and out: operate the automated circulation system, count paperbacks, retrieve books from the drop, inspect for damage, route books to appropriate locations, and handle new book displays.
• Perform general library operations: sort donated books, move book carts, maintain library appearance, clean counters, water plants, and run various errands.
• Monitor inventory levels of library supplies and initiate requests for new or replacement materials as needed.
• Answer telephone calls: provide information, take and relay messages, and forward calls to appropriate personnel.
• Provide computer and reference assistance: help patrons locate information, instruct use of library systems, suggest internal and external resources, and conduct informal training when required.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• One year of experience in customer service or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Enjoys working with children and teens.
• Ability to create flyers and displays to promote collections, services, and programs.
• Experience with art activities and/or making crafts.
• Possess artistic or creative skills.

Tasks require light physical effort, including lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling objects up to 10 pounds, and extended periods at a keyboard or workstation.

Some tasks require oral communication.

Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. Applications are encouraged from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Benefits for part‑time employees are available. For more information, visit Cobb County’s Employee Benefits page.