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Job Title: Adult Services Library Assistant
Date of posting: __5/30/23_____ Internal __6/6/23___External
Job location: Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library
500 Market Street St. Joseph, MI 49085
Department: Adult Services
Reports to: Programming Supervisor
Position details:
PT Hourly - Non-Exempt 20 Hours/week (Union eligible)
Starting Rate of pay: $13.17
Detailed Job Description:
● Regularly scheduled work on public services desks, including evening and weekend shifts, assisting patrons of all ages. Tasks include, but are not limited to:
○ Checking out library materials according to established procedures
○ Registering and maintaining borrower database information
○ Collecting and recording fines and fees
○ Answering and directing incoming calls
○ Notifying patrons of materials on hold
○ Assisting patrons with reference and reader’s advisory inquiries
● Develops, implements, and executes programs of interest to adults
● Participates in collection development and assessment
● Other duties as assigned
Experience and Requirements:
● One year working with the public in some capacity; preference given to those with public library experience
● Works well with staff teams and the public
● Comfortable with technology
● Ability to communicate effectively & clearly
● Knowledge of and ability to apply library policies and procedures to various situations
● Applicants must agree to a background check
Education:
● Bachelor’s degree - any subject
Employment Application (.pdf format)
https://www.indeed.com/job/library-assistant-adult-services-3ed20645fd720d0d
How to Apply:
Apply on Indeed or Please submit your resume to the attention of:
Paula Stakley – Library Director
St. Joseph/Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library
500 Market Street
St. Joseph, MI 49085
Or as a .pdf attachment to: pstakley@sjcity.com
Please don’t delay, as this position is open until filled.
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If there are no openings and you are interested in a career at the library, submit your resume and application. We keep them on file and do refer back to them when we have openings.
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