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What is a library helper?

A library helper is a person who assists library staff with tasks such as shelving books, organizing materials, helping visitors locate resources, and maintaining the library environment. The role often requires good organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a team, sometimes involving basic computer or cataloging system use.

What qualifications do you need for a library helper?

Library helpers typically need a high school diploma or equivalent. Strong organizational skills, good communication, and familiarity with library systems or cataloging tools are beneficial. Some positions may require basic computer skills and the ability to work flexible hours.
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STUDENT WORKER-LIBRARY ASSISTANT

North Central Missouri College

Trenton, MO • On-site

$13 - $16.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago


Job description

Description

Position Summary: The work study students assist staff and students in the use of library resources and perform cleaning duties, along with providing additional/supervised coverage during evening hours.


CLASSIFICATION: Work Study
DEPARTMENT: Library
REPORTS TO: Library Director
LENGTH: Fall and Spring
LOCATION: Trenton, Missouri-Main Campus


Essential Functions: Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to

Greet and assist people when entering the library in a professional and welcoming manner and provide accurate directions or assistance. 

Assist with shelving books and other materials. 

Staff their circulation desk and assist with answering questions. 

Support the offices with event planning, preparations, communications, and projects. 

Help with administrative needs including office tasks, general inquiry help, organizing, general cleaning duties, and customer service. 

Perform other related duties and office tasks assigned. 

Requirements

Qualifications: 


Skills:  Punctuality, welcoming and approachable demeanor, willingness to learn about the NCMC catalog and databases to help students. Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills and the ability to work with a wide range of students. 


Physical Demands: Moving about between buildings on the NCMC campus, ascending and descending stairs, reaching, pulling, and pushing when filing, able to do repetitive tasks,  remain stationary at a desk for extended periods of time while typing and answering phones. 


Environmental Demands: Fluctuations while walking on tile and carpeted floors in a heated and air conditioned environment.