Help Wanted – Part Time Library Assistant
The Hillsdale Free Public Library seeks an enthusiastic individual with strong interpersonal skills to assist at our circulation desks. Candidates shall possess strong computer skills and a love of learning, books, people, and popular culture.
Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Customer service skills
- Proficiency utilizing technology, computers, devices, browsers, mobile devices
- Fluency in the English language
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to lift and move objects of various weights and sizes up to 40 lbs
Summary of Job Description:
- Execute routine library tasks using the ILS (integrated library system)
- Demonstrate expertise in searching the library catalog
- Communicate library policies and procedures to the public
- Help patrons locate items
- Assist the public with technology, fax/printing/photocopier/basic browser
- Pack and unpack interlibrary deliveries
- Prepare new books/media for circulation
- Record program and facilities reservations, including public computers / study rooms
- Recommend books/movies/music
- Reshelve library items
- Other duties as assigned
- Create a warm and inviting atmosphere
Hours: 20-22 hours/week. A combination of early (10am-2pm) and late (2pm-6pm) shifts, one evening until 9pm and at least one Saturday per month (10am to 5pm). Ability to work Sunday at time and a half rate is desired. Substitute hours as needed.
Rate: $16.00/hr or commensurate with applicable library experience
Please submit a letter of application, resume, and at least two references via email to Dave Franz, Director – dave@hfpl.org
posted February 27, 2025