Job Description
Join our innovative team at the Irvine Public Library, where we're revolutionizing community engagement through digital and traditional resources. As a Library Assistant, you'll be pivotal in delivering exceptional service to Irvine's diverse residents while enjoying the flexibility of remote work. We're seeking a tech-savvy individual passionate about literacy and information accessibility to help us maintain our reputation as a premier library system in Orange County.
Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive hybrid work environment where you can balance professional growth with personal well-being. Our commitment to continuous learning ensures you'll develop cutting-edge skills in library science and digital services.
Responsibilities
- Manage patron accounts, circulation processes, and digital resource reservations
- Deliver virtual reference services via chat, email, and video conferencing
- Curate and maintain digital collections including e-books, audiobooks, and research databases
- Conduct virtual information literacy workshops for community members
- Assist with cataloging metadata and optimizing search algorithms
- Collaborate on remote programming initiatives like virtual book clubs and digital literacy events
- Monitor and troubleshoot remote access systems for library resources
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Library Science, Information Management, or related field
- Minimum 2 years experience in library operations or customer service
- Proficiency with integrated library systems (ILS) like Sierra or Koha
- Expertise in digital resource management and virtual reference services
- Strong knowledge of copyright laws and information ethics
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in remote settings
- Experience with accessibility accommodations and diverse patron needs
- Certification in digital literacy instruction preferred