Part Time Library Assistant

The Riverdale Public Library is seeking a friendly, dependable, and service-oriented Library Assistant to join our team. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys helping people, working with books and social media, and contributing to a welcoming public library environment.

Position Summary

The Library Assistant provides excellent customer service to library patrons and supports the day-to-day operations of the library. Responsibilities may include:

• Check out and check in library materials
• Answer patron inquiries by phone, email, or in person
• Perform Library opening and closing procedures
• Assist patrons with locating information and resources using the library catalog, website, and databases
• Keep the library, circulation desk, and workroom neat and tidy
• Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of programs and events for adult patrons
• Maintain and update library website to ensure accurate, current, and engaging content 
• Create promotional materials and social media content to promote library programs, events, services, resources, and news, and manage the library’s social media accounts

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with people of diverse ages, backgrounds, and abilities.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  
  Preferred:
• Previous library, customer service, office, or public-service experience.
• Familiarity with library collections, library circulation systems, or common office technology.  Previous experience with Koha or other Library systems, a plus.
  Experience with social media.

Schedule

This is a part time position, offering 16 hours per week, which includes one evening and occasional Saturdays.  The schedule is as follows:  Mondays 3:00 - 8:00 pm, Wednesdays 2:00 - 6:00 pm, Thursdays 10:00 - 5:00 pm.  Additional coverage as needed.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send a resume to Debbie Maynard at director-riv [at] riverdalelibrary.org (director-riv[at]riverdalelibrary[dot]org) by October 30.