Weekend Library Jobs in Ames, IA (NOW HIRING)

Job Description Under direct supervision of the Library Director, performs part-time professional library functions including routine and complex clerical, customer service and collection maintenance tasks. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Perform circulation functions, including checking materials in and out, filling patrons' requests, and creating patron accounts. Assists Young Adult, Adult and Children's Librarians in planning, preparing and executing library programs as needed.

Assists patrons with copier and other equipment in the library. Monitors reserves and holds on materials through the circulation system. Answers questions regarding library technology and perform basic troubleshooting.

Assists with the preparation of new materials to be added to the library collection. Resolve patron account issues, including handling money and making change. Assists in assembling and arranging displays.

Answers questions regarding library services and basic reference questions. Performs other related duties such as may be required by the Library Director and can be reasonably expected of an employee in the capacity. Will be scheduled as needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Certifications & Experience KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can safely perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. Analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to proficiently use and troubleshoot computers.

Ability to work independently with intermittent direct supervision Excellent people and communication skills, including but not limited to : tact, diplomacy and professionalism when in dealing with members of the public and staff. Ability to interact well with the public. Ability to work a flexible schedule, which includes some evenings and weekends.

Ability to consistently meet department work schedule and deadlines as designated. Demonstrates oral and written communication skills. Ability to use standard office and library equipment, software, personal reader devices (Kindle, Nook, iPad, etc and the Internet).

Physical ability to perform essential job functions. Perform job functions adhering to safety guidelines and policies set for by the administration and/or supervisor. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Educational/Training/Experience: Minimum: Graduation from, or current enrollment in, high school and demonstrated ability to perform essential job functions.

Preferred: Technical training or experience in library operations, education, public administration or closely related field, including clerical skills, customer service experience, and performing in a highly visible position. Licenses: Preferred: Valid Iowa Identification. Required: Ability to be insured to drive under City Of Bondurant Insurance.

Supplemental Information WORK ENVIRONMENT: Most work is performed inside the library building which is temperature controlled. Work may involve frequent interruptions and exposure to dust and fumes. Occupational hazards may include strains and falls related to moving, shelving, and retrieving library materials and furniture.

Occupational exposure to blood or other blood and/or other potentially infectious materials. Occasional work outside may include servicing book drop, monitoring or sweeping sidewalks, outreach duties. Marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of essential job duties have been excluded from this job description.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective employees and incumbents are encouraged to discuss possible accommodations with the Library Board and the City of Bondurant. Job descriptions in no way state or imply that the description includes every duty to be performed by the employee in the position.

Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by the Library Director. Ability to lift and carry up to twenty-five (25) pounds, and, ability to push and pull twenty-five (25) to fifty (50) pounds. Long periods of walking and standing, typically bends, stoops and crouches on a regular basis to perform duties.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee. The Library Board reserves the right to change or reassign job duties or to combine positions at any time.