Finney County Public Library is seeking a part time Library Associate 2 to add to their team. Under direction from management, the Library Associate 2 performs a variety of moderately complex technical and paraprofessional duties in support of various sections/functions of the library; primarily at the circulation desk. Provides customer service to library patrons.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily.

• Provides customer service by welcoming and registering patrons, issuing library cards, checking out materials and managing patron accounts

• Assists patrons with locating materials or the reference desk, using computers, or explaining procedures (checking out, logging onto the Internet, making copies, etc.)

• Checks in and processes library materials as necessary

• Accepts and processes fines, fees, or other payments

• Provides information regarding programs, events, conference rooms, etc.

• Shelves library materials

• Addresses or escalates patron conduct or safety issues to appropriate management

• Know and understand the American Library Association’s Library Bill of Rights, Freedom to Read Statement and Freedom to View Statement, recognizing that freedom of access is a fundamental tenet of a public library. In addition to these freedoms, support client discretion of materials available at your local library(ies).

• Follow all legal and policy requirements related to patron privacy and custodianship of patron records

• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

An individual should possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed and meet the amount of education, training and/or work experience required.

• H.S. Diploma or GED

• Two years of library experience preferred

• Basic knowledge of library systems and databases preferred

• Excellent customer service skills

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

• Good communication skills, both written and verbal

• Multilingual speaking a plus.

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include a combination of days, evenings and weekends

Benefits

• Sick/Vacation leave

• Tuition Assistance

• Pay rate: $9.50/hr

• Hours per week: 20