Library Associate

MidPointe Library - Library Associate - Part Time 20 hours - Middletown Ohio

Our mission is to enrich our community through access & experiences. We do that by connecting a diverse & curious community to our library services & we strive to provide a positive learning experience in our busy office-type setting. To thrive in this environment, you’ll need prior customer service experience, but you don’t need library experience, we can teach you!

As a library associate, you’ll give patrons help at both customer service desks. You’ll provide excellent & friendly customer service by assisting patrons with computer & technology help, library materials & answering questions. You’ll also use the automated conveyor belt check in system, process holds & reserves; sort; shelve; pull holds; update customer records & assist with various tasks & projects.

As a member of the public services team, you'd work independently & work with co-workers as well as assist with branch activities.

MidPointe is located on the east side of Butler County, Ohio in a vibrant, dynamic, diverse community that enjoys community support. Nestled between Cincinnati and Dayton, the county has a wide variety of schools, entertainment, dining experiences, sports, and cultural events. We have something for everyone!

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must create a positive, welcoming environment and support patrons with diverse needs and circumstances, including homelessness, unemployment, and other challenges.
• Must have excellent customer service, a strong service ethic & thrive in a busy environment.
• Must have computer experience that includes MS Office, the Internet & ideally the library catalog & research databases.
• Have a good knowledge of literature that appeals to children, teens & adults.
• Must be able to operate equipment such as copiers, computers, printers & scanners.
• Must be able to effectively speak, listen, read (including cursive) & understand English.
• Must be able to adapt rapidly to change, handle confidential information & manage frequent interruptions.

Must efficiently and accurately comprehend, follow, & implement library policies & procedures.

• Must be able to learn & carry out the responsibilities of the position.
• Regular & predictable physical attendance and punctuality is required.

20 hours per week with varying hours, evenings & weekends required. Sample schedule below:

Week 1:
Mon 10am-3pm, Tue 2pm-7pm, Wed 2pm-7pm, Fri 10am-3pm

Week 2:
Mon 10am-3pm, Tue 2pm-7pm, Wed 2pm-7pm, Sat 10am-3pm

The pay range is $15.00 - $21.60 per hour; the rate depends on job factors such as experience, job skills, education, and languages spoken.

Part-time benefits include state retirement; direct deposit; accrued vacation & sick time; eligible for dental & vision insurance; paid holidays; education assistance; and more.

-Must have the ability to move book crates that could weigh up to 75 pounds when full & move book carts that could weigh up to 200+ pounds when full.

-Must be able to work in areas in areas that may contain cleaning odors, dust, and other possible allergens.

-Must have manual dexterity sufficient to operate library equipment including the conveyor belt check-in system.