Job Description
Memphis Public Library is seeking a detail-oriented and community-focused Library Assistant to join our dedicated team. We are passionate about connecting our community with knowledge and resources, and we need a reliable individual to help maintain our extensive collection and serve our diverse patrons.
Key Highlights:
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a vibrant cultural hub.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Assist patrons with locating materials, using the catalog, and navigating digital databases.
- Shelve and organize library materials accurately according to the Dewey Decimal System.
- Process new acquisitions, including checking in, stamping, and labeling books.
- Manage circulation desk operations, including check-ins, check-outs, and renewals.
- Provide exceptional customer service and answer general reference questions.
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of library stacks and public areas.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; experience in a library or customer service role is preferred.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to pay close attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Basic computer proficiency and ability to learn library management software quickly.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift moderately heavy boxes of books.