Adult Services Assistant

Posting Date

September 16, 2025

Adult Services Assistant, Grade 19

Chesnee Library

November 1, 2025

$2,541 per month (includes generous benefit package)

40 hours per week

• Weeks A&C:
  Monday & Tuesday 11:00 AM–8:00 PM, Wednesday & Thursday 9:00 AM–6:00 PM, Friday 9:00 AM–6:00 PM, Saturday & Sunday OFF
• Weeks B&D:
  Monday & Tuesday 11:00 AM–8:00 PM, Wednesday & Thursday 9:00 AM–6:00 PM, Friday OFF, Saturday 9:30 AM–4:00 PM, Sunday OFF

Must be flexible to accommodate schedule changes and may be asked to work other times as needed.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must pass pre‑employment testing.

• Provides superior customer service to patrons of all ages, including assistance with information requests, reader’s advisory questions, computer and digital device help, maker services, and use of library equipment.
• Performs circulation duties including check‑out, check‑in, and processing of new materials.
• Plans, promotes, and presents creative programs for adults, including special events and summer reading activities.
• Prepares deposits and program contracts, requests purchase orders, and tracks program statistics.
• Actively engages the public during community outreach at special events.
• Maintains attractive and functional spaces for adults throughout the building.
• Participates in regular Adult Services Committee meetings and online discussions.
• Attends regular training related to adult services and other library work.
• Supports supervisor directives and assumes responsibility for building and staff in supervisor’s absence.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Comfortable and proficient with technology, including digital devices.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Creative, flexible and organized with good time‑management skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, take direction and work independently or in a team environment.
• Experience working with library programming with strong knowledge of reading materials for adults.
• Knowledge of popular books, movies & television, pop culture and current events.
• Valid driver’s license in South Carolina and ability to drive to other libraries or community outreach.

The library accepts applications with cover letter and resume when a job position is available. Drug testing is part of the library’s hiring process. If you require any accommodations in applying for any position, please do not hesitate to ask. The Spartanburg County Public Library is proud to be tobacco free.