Part-Time Library Assistant 1 - Penn Wynne Library - Lower Merion Township : Job Details

Salary: $27.07 HourlyLocation : Wynnewood, PA 19096Job Type: Part-TimeJob Number: 24-00056Department: LibrariesDivision: Penn Wynne LibraryOpening Date: 11/15/2024Salary Schedule and Range: Schedule PT29; Range 05Hours: 13-hour workweek - One evening each week and two Saturdays per month •Potential to acquire more hours covering fluctuating needs from other day/evening shiftsSelection Criteria: Based on education, work experience, merit, training, employee record, testing and interview.SummaryThis is responsible library clerical work involving circulation duties, public assistance and the processing of library materials.Work involves providing services to library patrons. Duties include circulation, reference, reader's advisory services, and general programming. This position requires considerable knowledge of library services and actively promotes and educates the public on available services. The work requires that the employee have good knowledge, skill and ability to work with the public. Accurately completes tasks and projects as assigned by the Head Librarian.Works under the general supervision of the Head Librarian. DutiesUses library computer system to register and update borrower information, check materials in and out, processes overdue materials and reserves, and collect fines involving cash handling.Answers telephone inquiries.Provides information and direction to patrons in locating books and other materials. Demonstrates the use of the computerized catalog, electronic databases available on the Lower Merion Library System (LMLS) website and reader's advisory. Assists with use of copiers, computers, and with e-materials available to patrons through streaming and downloading on various devices. Assists with technology troubleshooting and demonstration.Shelves books and audio-visual materials.Maintains library technology equipment.Conducts outreach for the library.Assists with public relations such as social media (e.g., Facebook, LibCal, Canva), newsletters, creating flyers and other tasks as assigned.Processes new and donated materials as well as repair of materials as needed, including entering information in the library database.Assists with opening and closing the building.Supervises student workers and/or pages.Assists with processing new materials, unloading and sorting interlibrary deliveries and emptying book and audiovisual return drops.Performs various projects and other tasks assigned by supervisor/Head Librarian. Qualifications High school graduate or equivalent, some college desired. Library experience desired. Experience in computer operation including Apple products, Chromebooks, and Microsoft Office particularly Word and Excel required. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Customer service experience desired. Ability to assist both adults and children courteously and efficiently. Experience with and interest in programming and community engagement desired. Experience with and interest in public relations, graphic design and creative use of social media (and Constant Contact) preferred. Ability to perform basic arithmetic computations. Ability to successfully pass and maintain the following background checks: (1) Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check, (2) Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Certification, and (3) FBI Criminal Background Check through the Department of Human Services. Physical Requirements Ability to view a computer screen for up to 80% of workday. Ability to sit for a minimum of up to 2 hours and must be mobile for a minimum of 2 to 4 hours a day. Ability to bend, stoop, squat, reach above shoulder level, kneel, lift, push and pull up to 35% of the day for shelving books and other library procedures. Ability to lift and carry up to 10 pounds up to 68% of the day for shelving books and for moving of library materials. Ability to use both the right and left hand for firm grasping, repetitive actions and fine manipulation.This position is not eligible for Township-paid fringe benefits.01 Are you a High School Graduate or the equivalent?

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02 The schedule for this position includes working one evening a week and two Saturdays per month as noted in the posting. Are you available to work these shifts?

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03 List the number of years of library experience you have. Required Question