Full Time Library Assistant Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $26.89 - $29.98 Hourly
Location : 27 Red River Ave S, Cold Spring / 63 Hall Ave SW, Richmond, MN
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2026-00030
Department: Cold Spring/Richmond Public Library
Opening Date: 06/05/2026
Closing Date: 6/21/2026 11:59 PM Central
Bargaining Unit: LSC
Total Weekly Hours: 40
Weekly Schedule: Schedule to be determined upon hire. Expect to work in both Cold Spring and Richmond libraries.
Job Description
The Library Services Coordinator oversees the day-to-day operation of a library including staff work direction, collection management, programming, outreach and patron services. Leads efforts to meet regional strategic goals.
The following are the regular duties for this position. These duties are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

1. Schedule, train, evaluate and coach library staff.
2. Assist with hiring new staff.
3. Provide customer service to patrons.
4. Manage local budget and cash payments.
5. Plan and implement library programs that reach diverse patron interests.
6. Promote the library with community groups.
7. Monitor the library building and work with the city on repairs and maintenance.
8. Track and report on library activities.
9. Manage the library's collection of materials.
10. Build relationships with community partners of the library including local Library Boards, City and elected officials, Friends groups, civic organization and others.
11. Ensure the library is safe and welcoming by managing the public areas.
12. Maintain the confidentiality of information.
13. Enforces library policies and procedures including Data Privacy, the American Library Association's library Bill of Rights, and the Freedom to View, and Freedom to Read policy statements.

Job Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS-
Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent. Master's degree in Library Science helpful.
• Library or customer service experience with some supervisory experience

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

• Commitment to promoting and sustaining a positive, equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace culture
• Ability and experience in collaborating with and managing working relationships across a diverse range of individuals and groups

Technical Knowledge

• Demonstrated proficiency with computer software programs including Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated proficiency with technology devices
• Knowledge of research and information gathering techniques

Communication, Interpersonal, and Customer Service

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Ability to develop a variety of community contacts, collaborations and partnerships
• Ability to respond to emergencies and situations that may be stressful or difficult

Leadership and Management

• Ability to plan and assign work
• Ability to develop, train and direct staff and volunteers
• Ability to work without close supervision while managing multiple priorities
• Ability to meet deadlines

Program and Project Development

• Ability to visualize, plan and deliver creative and meaningful library programs and services

Other Abilities

• Ability to travel to headquarters or other locations
• Working environment may include frequent interruptions
• Interest in lifelong learning to stay abreast of new library services and trends

Supplemental Information
Our commitment to growth: GRRL is committed to helping our future and present staff develop preferred knowledge, skills and abilities.
A successful candidate will have:

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Enjoy working with people from diverse backgrounds
• Organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills
• Ability to self-direct and work as a team member
• Ability to meet deadlines and follow instructions
• Ability to foster positive working relationships and an inclusive workplace
• A desire to learn and develop skills and abilities
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changes

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion-
GRRL is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment.
We seek to foster an environment of inclusion where all employees are treated respectfully and are valued for their strengths. Our work is guided by our values of providing exceptional customer service, being forward thinking and having a community focus that serves patrons from all socioeconomic, educational, literacy, and cultural backgrounds.
Additional Information
To view complete job description and physical requirements, click on Menu in the upper left corner of the page when applying online.
It is GRRL's policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all, without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, age, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, sex, sexual orientation, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, local human rights commission activity or any other basis protected by law.
GRRL accommodates qualified persons with disabilities in all aspects of employment, including the application process. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact Human Resources at 320-650-2515 or hr@grrl.lib.mn.us.
Benefits of working at the Library:

• Working at a public library is meaningful and directly impacts the lives of people in our community.
• The library is a trusted place for information at a time when this is hard to find.
• We actively promote lifelong learning and provide numerous training and development opportunities to develop your skills and interests.
• You will enjoy 11 paid holidays, 2 personal days, and generous Paid Time Off.
• If you work 30 hours or more the library pays your premium for Single Medical Coverage.
• Eligible staff participate in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) defined benefit plan for retirement.
• We have an engaged and passionate workforce with the opportunity to be part of various teams and work groups.

01
I understand that any information about myself that I provide during the application process will be used to identify me as an applicant and to assess my qualifications for employment. I am not legally required to provide any of the information on the application. However, I understand my application may not be considered if it is incomplete.
(Please refer to the Applicant Data Practices Advisory under the Menu in the upper left corner for guidance regarding how your application information will be used, the consequences of providing or not providing your information, and more.)
I also understand that answers to the supplemental questions will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Answers that are incomplete, vague, or not supported by the application may result in an application not being given further consideration.

• Yes
• No

02
Do you have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

03
Do you have at least one year of supervisory experience?

• Yes
• No

04
Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

05
Do you have at least two years of library or customer service experience?

• Yes
• No

06
Which of the following describes your experience working or volunteering in a library?

• Less than 3 months
• 3 months to 1 year
• 1 year to 2 years
• 2 or more years
• I don't have experience working or volunteering in a library.

07
Describe your experience working or volunteering in a library including the name of the library and the actual duties you performed. If no experience, type None.
08
Which statement best describes your customer service experience?

• No experience
• Less than 6 months
• 6 months to 1 year
• 1 year to 2 years
• 2 years or more

09
Describe your customer service experience, referencing jobs listed in your application and including the name of the organization, your position, your responsibilities and length of time in the role.
10
Describe your experience supervising others, referencing jobs listed in your application and including the name of the organization, the number of employees you managed, your responsibilities and length of time in the role.
11
Please specify the areas in which you have training or experience (select all that apply) LSC

• Schedule, train, evaluate and coach staff
• Assist with hiring new staff
• Provides customer service to patrons
• Plan and implement programs that reach diverse patron interests
• Maintains the confidentiality of information
• Building relationships with community partners of the library/ organization including local boards, city and elected officials, friends groups, and others
• Track and report on library/ organizational activities

12
Describe how and where you used the skills selected above. Please be specific, include details for each item selected.
13
Do you have experience enforcing policies and procedures of an organization?

• Yes
• No

14
If you are a veteran, do you wish to claim veteran's preference for this recruitment process?
Please refer to Claiming Veteran's Preference under the Menu in the upper left corner for guidance.
Note: to receive veteran's preference, you must:
(1) Respond "Yes" to this question.
(2) Meet the requirements specified in Minnesota Statutes
(3) Provide documentation before the posting close date and time to verify your eligibility for veteran's preference

• Yes
• No

Required Question