Library Services Specialist

Job Opportunities

Part-time, up to 20 hours/week at $12.77 per hour. Evening and weekend availability is required. Schedule flexibility and a source of reliable transportation to and from work is necessary. Consider a one-year commitment at minimum to this position.

Performs responsible clerical work in the public library system; does related work as required. Experience using online resources. Experience working in a library serving the general public preferred. Reference or circulations experience in a library preferred. Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively and efficiently in a team-oriented environment. Ability to take direction well from immediate supervisors.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

Some knowledge of the procedures, practices, and equipment of a public library; some knowledge of business English, spelling, and arithmetic; good reading skills, ability to learn standard library tasks readily and adhere to prescribed routines; ability to stand for extended periods of time and climb step ladders; ability to perform routine clerical and record-keeping tasks; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions;

ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with library employees and patrons; ability to speak clearly and concisely; ability to deal tactfully with the public; ability to type accurately at a reasonable rate of speed.

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and some experience in general clerical or library work.

This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects; work requires stooping, crouching, bending, squatting, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, and lifting; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels;

visual acuity is required for operation of machines, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.

Completion of pre-employment testing and background screening is a must.

Final date to receive applications is open until filled.