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Library Assistant I - Youth Services - Part Time

Library Assistant I - Circulation Department - Part Time

LIBRARY ASSISTANT I – YOUTH SERVICES DEPARTMENT

PART TIME Position
Job Description:

Library Introduction:
The Haverford Township Free Library (HTFL) is located in Haverford Township, which is the 5th largest township in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in the outskirts of Philadelphia. Our friendly and professional staff is dedicated to providing stellar customer service and informational resources to all people. HTFL is one of the largest of the 28 Delaware County Libraries (DCL). HTFL is a vital and active leader within the library community.

Position Definition:
To assist the Library Administration in creating a welcoming, pleasing, creative, vibrant and dynamic space for individuals of all ages in the library setting. The Library Assistant I works under the direct supervision of an assigned Department Manager to keep the library running smoothly during daily operations. Performs a wide variety of general library work to assist children, tween, teen and their caregivers in using the library’s services and facilities, and in the daily operational needs of the Library
including other departments.

Primary Responsibilities:

Helps to establish and maintain a high customer service performance standard
Provides a welcoming atmosphere to all customers
Assists in maintaining a neat, organized, safe and secure environment
Assists customers in use of library services and facilities
Responds to requests for assistance or refers customers to Reference Librarian
Receives and resolves complaints or refers customer to a Manager, Business Manager and/or Library Director
Assists with planning, organizing, and implementing on-going and special programs for children, tween, teen, and their caregivers within and outside the library setting
Educates and assists children, tween, teen, and adults in the selection and use of library material and technology
Pick-up items from HTFL Remote Book Drop locations
Knowledgeable in HTFL Policies and Procedures
Takes responsibility for being fully informed of all library programs, events and specific needs
Promotes interest in general library use through advocacy, program promotion, outreach to schools and other community resources with specific concentration on children, tween, and teen usage
Opens and closes the Youth Services Department using associated procedures
Completely knowledgeable about security system-how to engage and disengage alarm and accompanying procedures
Knowledge of the collections and displays
Performs full range of circulation desk duties including issuing library cards, checking materials in and out, reserving books, collecting fines and fees, answering the telephone, DCLS van procedures, etc.
Inspects returned library material for receipts/papers left in books, damage, relabeling, re-covering; counts and inspects number and condition of discs/parts prior to check out and check in, etc. and follows proper procedure to deal with problem items
Sorts and shelves returned library material
Prepares returned and checked in items for routing to owning library
Maintains photocopier paper supply, toner, etc.
Works in all library departments as required

Additional Duties:

May assist in training new library assistants on computer systems and library policies and procedures
Participates in meetings to discuss ideas for improvement, resolve problems and keep updated on library plans and activities
Maintains the library’s public area in clean and orderly fashion by maintaining displays, table surfaces, hand-outs/literature both inside the library and the lobby area, and the cleaning of computer monitors/keyboards
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Managers and co-workers and work effectively as a member of a team
Meets, communicates, and deals with the public in a calm, pleasant, constructive, and courteous manner
Works with accuracy and maintains customer record confidentiality
Understanding of computer technology and use of computers and other technologies in library services
Ability to learn and become skilled in the library’s automated computer system
Knowledge of basic public library services
Filing with alphabetical and numerical accuracy
Ability to move and shelve heavy books and other library material
Carries out instructions furnished in written, oral or schedule form
Learns library procedures and priorities in a short period of time
Multi-tasks and work with interruptions
Enjoys reading and using other library materials and helping others of all ages enjoy the library
Performs other related duties and provides staff assistance in other departments as directed by Department Manager, Library Director, and/or other Managers

Qualifications:

Two years of college preferred; will consider high school diploma or GED and experience
One-year work experience dealing with the public
Ability to foster a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion for staff and patrons
Ability to accept supervision and direction from Youth Services Manager, Library Director, and other department managers
Stellar customer service skills
Creativity and flexibility
Computer literate
Interest in reading
Requires flexibility in schedule including days, nights, and weekends
Must have a valid driver’s license

Wages/Salary
$15.00/Hour

Application Process
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. To be considered;
please send a cover letter, resume, and the name, title, and contact information of three professional
references to: Julie Schultz at jobs@haverfordlibrary.org.

Click Here to Download Job Description of Library Assistant I - Youth Services

LIBRARY ASSISTANT I - CIRCULATION DEPARTMENT

PART TIME Position
Job Description:

Library Introduction:
The Haverford Township Free Library (HTFL) is located in Haverford Township, which is the 5th largest township in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in the outskirts of Philadelphia. Our friendly and professional staff is dedicated to providing stellar customer service and informational resources to all people. HTFL is one of the largest of the 28 Delaware County Libraries (DCL). HTFL is a vital and active leader within the library community.

Position Definition:
To assist the Library Administration in creating a welcoming, pleasing, creative, vibrant and dynamic space for individuals of all ages in the library setting. The Library Assistant I works under the direct supervision of an assigned Department Manager to keep the library running smoothly during daily operations. Performs a wide variety of general library work to assist customers in using the library’s services and facilities, and in the daily operational needs of the Library including other departments.

Primary Responsibilities:

Helps to establish and maintain a high customer service performance standard
Provides a welcoming atmosphere to all customers
Assists customers in use of library services and facilities
Responds to requests for assistance or refers customers to Reference Librarian
Takes responsibility for being fully informed of all library programs, events and specific needs
Opens and closes the library using associated procedures
Completely knowledgeable about security system-how to engage and disengage alarm and accompanying procedures
Performs full range of circulation desk duties including issuing library cards, checking materials in and out, reserving books, collecting fines and fees, answering the telephone, DCLS van procedures, etc.
Sorts and shelves returned library material
Prepares returned and checked in items for routing to owning library
Receives and resolves complaints or refers customer to a Manager, Business Manager and/or Library

Director
Inspects returned library material for receipts/papers left in books, damage, relabeling, re-covering;

counts and inspects number and condition of discs/parts prior to check out and check in, etc. and

follows proper procedure to deal with problem items
Knowledgeable in HTFL Policies and Procedures
Assists in maintaining a neat, organized, and safe, secure and welcoming atmosphere at HTFL
Promotes HTFL in advocacy, program/event promotion, etc.
Knowledge of the collections and displays
Maintains photocopier paper supply, toner, etc.
Pick-up items from HTFL Remote Book Drop locations
Works in all library departments including Youth Services as required

Additional Duties:

May assist in training new library assistants on computer systems and library policies and procedures
Participates in staff meetings to discuss and resolve problems, discuss ideas for improvement, and keep updated on library plans and activities
Maintains the library’s public area in clean and orderly fashion by maintaining displays, table surfaces, hand-outs/literature both inside the library and the lobby area, and the cleaning of computer monitors/keyboards
Performs other related duties as assigned by Department Manager and/or other Managers
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Managers and co-workers and work effectively as a member of a team
Meets, communicates, and deals with the public in a calm, pleasant, constructive, and courteous manner
Works with accuracy and maintains customer record confidentiality
Understanding of computer technology and use of computers and other technologies in library services
Knowledge of basic public library services
Filing with alphabetical and numerical accuracy
Ability to move and shelve heavy books and other library material
Carries out instructions furnished in written, oral or schedule form
Learns library procedures and priorities in a short period of time
Ability to learn and become skilled in the library’s automated computer system
Multi-tasks and work with interruptions
Enjoys reading and using other library materials and helping others of all ages enjoy the library
Provide staff assistance in other departments as directed by Department Manager, Library Director, and/or other Managers of HTFL as needed

Qualifications:

Two years of college preferred; will consider high school diploma or GED and experience
One-year work experience dealing with the public
Stellar customer service skills
Creativity and flexibility
Computer literate
Interest in reading
Must be able to work days, nights, and weekends
Must have a valid driver’s license

Wages/Salary
$15.00/Hour

Application Process:
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. To be considered please send a cover letter, resume, and the name, title, and contact information of three professional references to: Julie Schultz at jobs@haverfordlibrary.org.

Click Here to Download Job Description for Library Assistant I - Circulation Department

Current Opportunities:

LIBRARY ASSISTANT I – YOUTH SERVICES DEPARTMENT

PART TIME Position Job Description:

Primary Responsibilities:

Helps to establish and maintain a high customer service performance standard

Provides a welcoming atmosphere to all customers

Assists in maintaining a neat, organized, safe and secure environment

Assists customers in use of library services and facilities

Responds to requests for assistance or refers customers to Reference Librarian

Receives and resolves complaints or refers customer to a Manager, Business Manager and/or Library Director

Assists with planning, organizing, and implementing on-going and special programs for children, tween, teen, and their caregivers within and outside the library setting

Educates and assists children, tween, teen, and adults in the selection and use of library material and technology

Pick-up items from HTFL Remote Book Drop locations

Knowledgeable in HTFL Policies and Procedures

Takes responsibility for being fully informed of all library programs, events and specific needs

Promotes interest in general library use through advocacy, program promotion, outreach to schools and other community resources with specific concentration on children, tween, and teen usage

Opens and closes the Youth Services Department using associated procedures

Completely knowledgeable about security system-how to engage and disengage alarm and accompanying procedures

Knowledge of the collections and displays

Additional Duties:

May assist in training new library assistants on computer systems and library policies and procedures

Participates in meetings to discuss ideas for improvement, resolve problems and keep updated on library plans and activities

Maintains the library’s public area in clean and orderly fashion by maintaining displays, table surfaces, hand-outs/literature both inside the library and the lobby area, and the cleaning of computer monitors/keyboards

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Managers and co-workers and work effectively as a member of a team

Meets, communicates, and deals with the public in a calm, pleasant, constructive, and courteous manner

Works with accuracy and maintains customer record confidentiality

Understanding of computer technology and use of computers and other technologies in library services

Ability to learn and become skilled in the library’s automated computer system

Knowledge of basic public library services

Filing with alphabetical and numerical accuracy

Ability to move and shelve heavy books and other library material

Carries out instructions furnished in written, oral or schedule form

Learns library procedures and priorities in a short period of time

Multi-tasks and work with interruptions

Enjoys reading and using other library materials and helping others of all ages enjoy the library

Performs other related duties and provides staff assistance in other departments as directed by Department Manager, Library Director, and/or other Managers

Qualifications:

Two years of college preferred; will consider high school diploma or GED and experience

One-year work experience dealing with the public

Ability to foster a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion for staff and patrons

Ability to accept supervision and direction from Youth Services Manager, Library Director, and other department managers

Stellar customer service skills

Creativity and flexibility

Computer literate

Interest in reading

Requires flexibility in schedule including days, nights, and weekends

Must have a valid driver’s license

Wages/Salary $15.00/Hour

Application Process Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. To be considered; please send a cover letter, resume, and the name, title, and contact information of three professional references to: Julie Schultz at jobs@haverfordlibrary.org.

Click Here to Download Job Description of Library Assistant I - Youth Services

LIBRARY ASSISTANT I - CIRCULATION DEPARTMENT

PART TIME Position Job Description:

Primary Responsibilities:

Helps to establish and maintain a high customer service performance standard

Provides a welcoming atmosphere to all customers

Assists customers in use of library services and facilities

Responds to requests for assistance or refers customers to Reference Librarian

Takes responsibility for being fully informed of all library programs, events and specific needs

Opens and closes the library using associated procedures

Completely knowledgeable about security system-how to engage and disengage alarm and accompanying procedures

Performs full range of circulation desk duties including issuing library cards, checking materials in and out, reserving books, collecting fines and fees, answering the telephone, DCLS van procedures, etc.

Sorts and shelves returned library material

Prepares returned and checked in items for routing to owning library

Receives and resolves complaints or refers customer to a Manager, Business Manager and/or Library

Director

Inspects returned library material for receipts/papers left in books, damage, relabeling, re-covering;

counts and inspects number and condition of discs/parts prior to check out and check in, etc. and

follows proper procedure to deal with problem items

Knowledgeable in HTFL Policies and Procedures

Assists in maintaining a neat, organized, and safe, secure and welcoming atmosphere at HTFL

Promotes HTFL in advocacy, program/event promotion, etc.

Knowledge of the collections and displays

Maintains photocopier paper supply, toner, etc.

Pick-up items from HTFL Remote Book Drop locations

Works in all library departments including Youth Services as required

Additional Duties:

May assist in training new library assistants on computer systems and library policies and procedures

Participates in staff meetings to discuss and resolve problems, discuss ideas for improvement, and keep updated on library plans and activities

Maintains the library’s public area in clean and orderly fashion by maintaining displays, table surfaces, hand-outs/literature both inside the library and the lobby area, and the cleaning of computer monitors/keyboards

PART TIME Position
Job Description:

Wages/Salary
$15.00/Hour

Application Process
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. To be considered;
please send a cover letter, resume, and the name, title, and contact information of three professional
references to: Julie Schultz at jobs@haverfordlibrary.org.

PART TIME Position
Job Description:

Wages/Salary
$15.00/Hour

Application Process:
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. To be considered please send a cover letter, resume, and the name, title, and contact information of three professional references to: Julie Schultz at jobs@haverfordlibrary.org.