Job Description
Join our dynamic team at the Anaheim Public Library System as a Library Assistant. We're seeking a passionate individual to support our community's educational and cultural needs. This immediate hire position offers competitive compensation and a rewarding environment where you'll directly impact residents' access to knowledge and resources.
Responsibilities
- Assist patrons with circulation services, including check-outs, returns, and account management
- Provide exceptional customer service for reference inquiries and technology support
- Organize and maintain library materials in accordance with classification systems
- Support programming coordination for community events and educational workshops
- Process new acquisitions and manage inventory databases
- Assist with interlibrary loan requests and resource sharing
- Maintain clean, safe, and welcoming library environments
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework preferred
- Minimum 1 year library or customer service experience
- Proficiency in automated library systems (e.g., ILS, cataloging software)
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Basic computer literacy including Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly desirable