Job Description

Job Overview

Cimarron City Library is seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to fill our open Part Time Library Assistant position. In addition to working directly with patrons at the circulation desk, a Library Assistant will be expected help manage and maintain the library and its materials, and help other library staff members in performing necessary job functions by assisting with various projects and tasks. This individual will need to be able to deliver quality work in group tasks as well as self-lead duties. The library environment is different day to day. An interested individual will need to flexible. This individual will need the ability to prioritize tasks to perform all necessary library services on a busy day and the self-motivation to stay productive on a slower day.

Duties

Assisting patrons with the check-in/check-out process. Reshelving, organizing, and otherwise managing the books, DVDS and other items in our collection. Assist patrons with printing/scanning/faxing services. Assist patrons with recommendation requests, basic technology questions, research questions, and other inquiries. Utilize the library's different computer programs and software to perform necessary tasks. Assist library staff with projects that include but are not limited to: programming preparation, research and archival tasks, interlibrary loan, cataloging, and circulation maintenance. Perform self-lead assigned reoccurring tasks in a timely manner. Assist in cleaning and other tasks related to the upkeep of the library facility. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Strong interpersonal communication skills. High organizational skills. Ability to work with members of the public with varying needs, backgrounds, and capabilities. Basic computer skills including the ability to type with reasonable speed and accuracy as well as a familiarity with Google Suite applications.

Preferred Qualifications

Library service experience Customer service experience Working knowledge about books, authors, and reading trends Spanish language skills

Working Conditions

Availability on Saturday mornings, 9am-12pm is required for this position. Availability on Thursday evening, 4pm-6pm is preferred. Library hours of operation: 9am-6pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday. 9am-7pm Thursday. 9am-12pm Saturday. Workplace is an indoor office environment, however occasional opportunities to work out of office may be available (working a program at a different locations, representing the library at third-party function, attending out of town trainings, etc.). Facility has two levels (main floor and basement) and movement between floors is often required. Facility has stairs and an elevator. Interested applicants must be able to reasonably fulfill physical demands of assigned tasks which include but are not limited to: remaining in a stationary position for varying periods of time, moving about the facility to reshelve/organize items on shelving which vary in height from a few inches off the ground to above 6 feet, transporting item(s) or book carts containing items that often weigh up to 20 pounds but can occasionally reach 50 pounds.
Pay: $12.50 per hour

Work Location: In person