Job Description
Join the vibrant team at Nashville Public Library and become a cornerstone of our community's knowledge hub! We're seeking a passionate Library Assistant to deliver exceptional service, maintain our vast collections, and foster a love of learning in Music City. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to work in one of America's most dynamic cultural cities.
Responsibilities
- Manage circulation desk operations including check-ins, check-outs, and renewals
- Assist patrons with research, digital resources, and technology troubleshooting
- Organize, catalog, and maintain library materials in physical and digital formats
- Develop and implement engaging community programs and outreach initiatives
- Support collection development through acquisition and deselection processes
- Maintain accurate records using integrated library systems (ILS)
- Collaborate with cross-departmental teams on special projects
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; Associate's degree preferred
- 1+ years library or customer service experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and library software (e.g., Sierra, Koha)
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to lift 25 lbs and navigate library stacks
- Tennessee driver's license (for outreach programs)
- Knowledge of library classification systems (Dewey Decimal)