The Indian River Area Library is looking for a hardworking and enthusiastic part-time Library Assistant.
Library Assistants are the backbone of the library and handle much of the day-to-day activities necessary to keep the library organized and active in the community. Training will be provided. If you have a passion for books and customer service, this position is waiting for you.
The Library
The Indian River Area Library serves slightly over 4,000 Tuscarora Township residents and surrounding communities. The library actively addresses changing community needs by providing current, accessible materials and information services for children and adults in a professional and helpful manner. Our mission and vision are to create a welcoming atmosphere that encourages community engagement and continually evolve to best meet our patrons’ information needs.
Responsibilities
– Processes, sorts, organizes, and shelves library materials. Assists with maintenance of library collections.
– Provide prompt, courteous phone and in-person service to patrons to meet their needs including research assistance, readers advisory, placing, finding and retrieving book requests, computer assistance, printing, etc.
– Assist librarians in preparation for and management of programs, including Summer and Winter Reading programs, adult, teen and children’s programs.
– Help create and maintain library material displays throughout the library.
– Understands and clearly explains library rules, policies, and procedures to the public as required and resolves patron issues as needed.
– Other duties/projects may be assigned by the librarian.