Library Aide

Position

Starting Date: Aug 17, 2026

Hours Per Day: 7 hours

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $18.30 per hour

Under basic supervision, provides administrative assistance and technical support at the Minot Public School libraries; processes library materials, promotes library programs, and provides research assistance and customer services to students.

• Assists students, promotes reading and library programs, and responds to requests.
• Provides courteous and respectful customer services; interviews students to determine needs, assists in finding materials, performing research, and locating reference materials; demonstrates and explains computerized resources, including Internet searches.
• Checks library materials in and out, provides personalized library services to special needs students and children, processes inter‑library loan requests, and resolves customer requests within scope of authority.
• Assists with software usage, logons, and passwords; receives and processes incoming materials.
• Teaches the use of library resources and equipment; assists with researching difficult student inquiries.
• Maintains library in a clean and orderly condition; shelves returned books, periodicals, media, and materials according to standard procedures and the library classification system; assists with inventories and inventory management.
• Performs support tasks at opening and closing of the library, such as relocating shelving units and furnishings, and setting up displays and meeting rooms for specific applications and events.
• Assists with preparation and presentation of library programs and special events; recommends additions to library collection; assists with ordering materials and supplies; assists with repairs.
• Assists with library security; supervises students to verify compliance with MPS policies and procedures.
• Cross‑trains in a variety of library functions; compiles data and updates files and records; assists with tests, group activities, and story time.
• Supports the relationship between the Minot Public School District and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with clients, visitors, and district staff; maintains absolute confidentiality of work‑related issues, client records, and district information; follows compliance rules governing child abuse; performs related duties as required or assigned.

High School Diploma or GED equivalent; AND two years of clerical and computer experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Public library experience is preferred.

• MPS policies and procedures.
• Policies, rules, and regulations governing the conduct and safety of library programs and facilities.
• Basic library classification and cataloging methods and protocols.
• Techniques and protocols for researching online information.
• Business computers and specialized software applications for library systems.
• Record keeping, file maintenance, and inventory management principles and procedures.

• Explaining library standards and MPS policies and procedures.
• Dealing tactfully and courteously with students and MPS staff.
• Accurately filing and finding library materials in a variety of designated locations.
• Closely following verbal and written instructions and procedures.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co‑workers.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

A valid North Dakota State Driver’s License may be required.

Work is performed in a standard office and library environment.

This position is subject to veteran's preference.

• John
  
  D. Alstad, Principal
• John Hoeven Elementary School
• Phone:
• Email: john.alstad.nd.us