Library Assistant – Pamplico

Job Description

The Library Assistant – Pamplico provides library services to the public through circulation, reference, programs, and other related duties.

• Greets patrons and maintains a welcoming library atmosphere.
• Provides exceptional customer service to external and internal customers. Responds to and resolves patron questions or concerns.
• Checks materials in and out, creates and updates patron accounts, shelves materials, and assists patrons in finding materials.
• Packs and unpacks courier deliveries; processes donated materials.
• Assists patrons with public computers, online catalog, and other library equipment and resources.
• Creates displays, bulletin boards, and other activities promoting the library, literacy, and reading.
• Assists in conducting library programs for patrons of all ages, including children, teens, adults, and seniors.
• Assists in conducting community outreach activities.
• Participates in the library’s ongoing training program.

• Moves and arranges furniture and equipment as needed.
• Works evenings and weekends as required.
• Performs all other related duties as required.

• High school diploma; 1-2 years of library or customer service experience, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge and skills.
• Proficient with computers, Microsoft Office/Google Workspace, and office equipment.

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequently required to perform basic physical activities and communicate effectively to carry out essential job duties.
• Must be able to reach, bend, stoop, carry, move and lift 10 lb. objects regularly.
• Correctable vision sufficient to read monitors, labels, and drive safely.

Florence County strives to be an exceptional place to live, work, and visit by enhancing the quality of life for our employees and those who call the County home, by encouraging innovation and economic opportunities, and by fostering trust and integrity in the County.

Florence County will provide high-quality public services, plan for the needs of our citizens, and promote a safe, healthy, and thriving community for all.