Library Assistant jobs in the United States

4 Hours a Week

Charles E. Beatley, Jr. Central Library

The Alexandria Library is seeking energetic and reliable staff members to join the Sunday Services team at the Alexandria Library as a Library Assistant I.

Duties:

• Assisting library users in routine selection and location of library materials
• Checking library materials in and out for library users
• Collecting fees, issuing library cards and revising registration records
• Assisting patrons with the use of self-check machines, library catalogs and other databases, Internet computers, printers and copy machines
• Shelf-reading, inventory and withdrawal of library materials
• Maintenance of one or more sections of the collection
• Additional duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities:

• Willingness to acquire some knowledge of library practices and techniques
• Some knowledge of and interest in literature
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public, in busy and sometimes difficult circumstances
• Ability to maintain records and prepare reports
• Ability to work both as part of a team, and independently, without constant supervision
• An aptitude for customer service

Minimum Requirements:

• A two-year college degree
• Proficiency in verbal and written English and basic arithmetic and computer skills
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities
• Ability to lift and carry at least 15 pounds
• Foreign language skills and customer service experience preferred

Schedule: 4 hours per week each Sunday the Library is open for service.

Location: Beatley Central Library – 5005 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22304

Compensation: $20.37 per hour.

Benefits: This position is not eligible for benefits.

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