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St. Joe County Public Library

Shelver

South Bend, IN · On-site

$13.66 - $16.39/hr

Evening and weekend work as required. Location * Main Library * 304 S. Main St., South Bend, IN 46601 Essential Job Functions Shelvers make it easy for patrons to use the library by keeping our ...

St. Joe County Public Library

Shelver

South Bend, IN · On-site

$13.66 - $16.39/hr

Evening and weekend work as required. Location * Main Library * 304 S. Main St., South Bend, IN 46601 Essential Job Functions Shelvers make it easy for patrons to use the library by keeping our ...

St. Joe County Public Library

Shelver

South Bend, IN · On-site

$13.66 - $16.39/hr

Evening and weekend work as required. Location * Main Library * 304 S. Main St., South Bend, IN 46601 Essential Job Functions Shelvers make it easy for patrons to use the library by keeping our ...

Home Instead

Care Professional

Martinsville, IN · On-site

$17/hr

We have a variety of shifts available ( morning, afternoon, evening, weekends and overnight hours ... at 633 Library Park Drive, Ste G, Greenwood, IN 46142 . Each Home Instead franchise is ...

Noble, Inc

Direct Support Professional

Indianapolis, IN

$14.25 - $17.50/hr

Shifts- Day, Evening, Overnight, Weekends * Locations- Indianapolis, Noblesville, Brownsburg ... library, leisure activities, in home - preparing simple snacks/meals, movies, playing board games ...

Services & Supports

Direct Support Professional

IN · On-site

$18.18/hr

Shifts- Day, Evening, Overnight, Weekends * Locations- Indianapolis, Noblesville, Brownsburg ... library, leisure activities, in home - preparing simple snacks/meals, movies, playing board games ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Library Evening Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Library Evening Assistant, you typically need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with library catalog systems, circulation software, and basic computer applications is often required. Excellent customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills help you assist patrons and handle inquiries efficiently. These skills ensure smooth library operations during evening hours and a positive experience for users.

What are the typical responsibilities and challenges faced by someone working in a Library Evening role?

In a Library Evening role, you’ll often be responsible for assisting patrons with finding resources, managing circulation tasks such as checking books in and out, and ensuring the library remains a quiet and welcoming environment during later hours. One common challenge is working with limited staff, which can require multitasking and handling unexpected issues like last-minute patron requests or technology troubleshooting. You may also be responsible for closing procedures, securing the building, and preparing the library for the next day. This role offers opportunities to develop customer service and organizational skills, and you’ll frequently collaborate with other library staff to maintain smooth operations.

What is the difference between Library Evening vs Library Assistant?

AspectLibrary EveningLibrary Assistant
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certificationHigh school diploma or equivalent
Work EnvironmentPublic or academic libraries, evening shiftsPublic, academic, or special libraries, various shifts including daytime
Employer & Industry UsageLibraries, educational institutions, community centersLibraries, schools, government agencies
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The main difference between Library Evening and Library Assistant roles lies in their typical work hours and responsibilities. Library Evening staff primarily work during evening hours, focusing on customer service and maintaining library operations after hours. Library Assistants often work flexible shifts, including daytime, and handle tasks like shelving, checking out materials, and assisting patrons. Both roles require similar credentials but differ mainly in scheduling and specific duties.

What does a Library Evening Staff member do?

A Library Evening Staff member is responsible for assisting patrons during evening hours, ensuring the library environment remains safe and welcoming. They help with checking out materials, answering reference questions, shelving books, and maintaining order in the library. Evening staff may also close the library, securing the building and making sure all equipment is turned off. Excellent customer service and attention to detail are important in this role.
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PT-Library Assistant at EVPL Central

PT-Library Assistant at EVPL Central

Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library

Evansville, IN • On-site

$16.61/hr

Part-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

WORKING AT EVANSVILLE VANDERBURGH PUBLIC LIBRARY

At Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library (EVPL), we cultivate curiosity by creating wonder, and we envision communities united through shared exploration and understanding.

Bring your whole self to work each day and be authentically you. You bring a unique perspective and life view to the work we do for and with our community. As an EVPL employee, you should feel supported and empowered to think forward and to problem solve with your colleagues. At EVPL your voice, your lived experiences, and YOU matter! Each individual adds to the team as a whole, and every role makes a difference in how we impact Evansville and Vanderburgh County.

PT Library Assistant at EVPL Central

Starting Pay: $16.61 hour

Hours: 20 per week

Part-time benefits include personal business, sick pay, Holiday pay, and access to the on-site employee clinic.

Must be able to work during public all service hours. This is includes at least one evening weekly, regular Saturdays and quarterly Sundays.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Library Assistant is a guide to patrons coming to the library for the first time, and every time after. The Library Assistant assists with wayfinding related to facilities, services, resources, equipment, and technologies in the library and actively promotes EVPL and its services, programs, resources, and experts.

The Library Assistant explains library policies, circulates library materials, and issues library cards using the integrated library system, assists with library technology or patron questions, shelves materials, and assists in creating materials displays and/or programming efforts.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

In cooperation with EVPL colleagues, the Library Assistant advances the library's mission, vision, strategic priorities, and brand. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Employ critical thinking skills and good judgment to find solutions and opportunities that improve patrons' library experience.
  • Propose, plan, design, and conduct activities, programs, events, and services under the mentorship of a Librarian, Manager, or Library designee.
  • Interact with library patrons, colleagues, and community members across multiple points of service in a library facility, designated outreach/engagement locations, online or via telephone in a manner that contributes to a delightful library experience.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to ensure a welcoming, safe, and secure environment.
  • Assist and educate patrons over the phone or in-person in technology relating to library or personal use including computers, internet, eBooks or eReaders, hardware, software, digital catalog, digital accounts, scanners, printers or other various software, and accessing materials via the internet.
  • Manage library accounts, including establishing and deactivating library cards and handling fines, fees, and related transactions.
  • May act as a Person in Charge, opening and/or closing the library and making appropriate decisions supported by EVPL policies, training, and procedures.
  • Effectively communicate and interpret policies and procedures to library patrons.
  • Support materials management by facilitating materials check out/in, hold requests, selection and deselection and locating and shelving of materials as assigned.
  • Participate in special projects, or other duties, as assigned.

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