POSITION:Library AssistantLOCATION: Strafford Branch
101 South Highway 125 - Strafford, MO
Classification:Part TimeSalary Track:Library Worker IIFLSA Status:Non-exemptPAY RATE:$14.34 per hourAPPLICATION DEADLINE:Until FilledThis is a part-time position, approximately 24 hours per week. Candidates must be available to work any hours the library branch is open. The Strafford branch is open Monday through Friday 9:30am to 6:00pm and Saturday 9:30am to 3:00pm. As a condition of employment, work schedules may change as necessary to best provide user services and to meet the Librarys responsibility to the citizens of Greene County.Excellent Part-Time Benefitsinclude Paid Time Off and holiday pay. Employee Assistance Program, Vision and Dental insurance, Telehealth, and a retirement savings plan are also available.This position requires high school graduation or completion of a high school equivalency program.All candidates for employment must be at least 16 years old.Education and experience shall be evaluated with regard to recency and quality, as well as quantity. Based on the number and quality of applicants, applications may be reviewed for qualifications beyond the minimums stated herein.Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment.Applications may be found online athttp://thelibrary.org/workthen follow the link provided for this Job PostingComplete theapplication through our online application process.Direct questions through e-mail tohumanresources@thelibrary.orgor call 417-616-0589 Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm.Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to testing or appointment.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERPosition SummaryThe Library Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting the daily operations and services of the library. This position involves a variety of tasks aimed at assisting patrons, maintaining library collections, and ensuring a welcoming and organized environment.Essential FunctionsRoutinely checks-in, checks-out and renew library materialsPerforms circulation dutiesRegisters patrons for library cards, voter registration and other library functionsAssists patrons with directional informationCollects overdue fines, book deposits and other fees, makes change, and issues receiptsPerforms routine computer searches, data entryAssists patrons with location of library materials and informationAssists and instructs patrons in the operation of patron access computer (PAC), copy machines, printers, and fax machinesAnswers telephone and direct callsResponds to regular telephone inquiriesPerforms routine filing and shelvingMay prepare daily deposit of monies collected by branchMay act as Person In Charge (PIC) in absence of branch managerMay provide programming at the branch as needed: Storytimes, Youth and Adult programsAssists supervisor with department reports and correspondence as neededPerforms essential functions during high patron volumeInterprets and implements the Librarys General Conduct PolicyConsistently punctual for work and meetings. Completes assigned duties in a timely mannerExemplifies professional attitude and demeanor while engaging constituents, including the ability to work and interact with others in a cooperative, pleasant, and constructive mannerThis job description is not intended to be all inclusive; employee may be required to perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the L