Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Library Assistant to join our dynamic team in the heart of Seattle, WA. If you have a passion for literature, information, and community service, we want to hear from you. This position offers flexible hours designed to accommodate your lifestyle while providing a rewarding work environment in a historic and vibrant setting.
As a Library Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our patrons have seamless access to resources. You will work in a collaborative environment assisting with circulation, shelving, and technology support. We pride ourselves on being a hub of learning and engagement, and we are looking for someone who shares our commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities
- Assist patrons with locating books, research materials, and navigating digital databases.
- Manage the circulation desk, including check-ins, check-outs, renewals, and processing fines.
- Shelve library materials in correct Dewey Decimal order and maintain the organization of shelves.
- Operate library management software and provide basic technical support for patrons.
- Help maintain the cleanliness, safety, and order of the library facility.
- Organize and prepare new book shipments for the shelves.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous experience in customer service or a library setting is preferred.
- Proficiency with computers, tablets, and standard office software.
- Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to lift and move boxes of books up to 30 lbs.
- Must be willing to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.