Library Associate-Seasonal

Seasonal Library Associate

Minimum Starting Salary is $ 16.7903 hourly, depending on qualifications

The City of Waco Seeks

The ideal candidate will provide excellent customer service, pay close attention to detail, and enjoy organizing books using alpha-numeric systems.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent
• One month of customer service experience

Preferred:

• Some college experience
• Public library experience
• Bilingual in Spanish

Position Overview

Seasonal Library Associates are responsible for providing quality services to the public. They assist patrons in a friendly and timely manner, both in person and by telephone.

Essential Functions

• Use library automated system to check materials in/out, process holds, register new borrowers, and collect fines/fees.
• Assist patrons with the use of library equipment, including the copier, fax, online catalog, and public computers.
• Assist patrons with reference and readers' advisory questions.
• Shelves library materials.
• Assist patrons in locating materials.
• Assist in keeping the library neat and orderly.
• Assists Librarians in the preparations and presentation of programs.
• Assists with the opening and closing procedures of the library.
• May take a lead role in Branch Manager's absence.
• Must follow ALA principles and guidelines as they pertain to censorship and confidentiality.
• Must be able to report to a different location within 30 minutes as needed.
• Must be able to work days, evenings, and weekends, including Sunday afternoon.

Benefits

This position is not eligible for benefits.