Job Description
Join the award-winning Allen County Public Library system as a Library Assistant and make a meaningful impact in our community! We're offering an exclusive $2,500 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates who apply by December 31, 2023. As a key member of our service-oriented team, you'll help patrons access knowledge, resources, and cultural experiences in our state-of-the-art facilities.
Our Library Assistives enjoy competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment where your passion for learning thrives. If you're detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and committed to exceptional customer service, this is your chance to advance your career in one of America's top library systems.
Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional patron assistance with circulation services, resource navigation, and reference inquiries
- Manage digital resources including e-books, databases, and multimedia collections
- Organize and maintain physical library materials using Dewey Decimal classification
- Implement and oversee library programming for diverse age groups
- Operate integrated library systems (ILS) for cataloging and inventory management
- Assist with technology troubleshooting for public computers and devices
- Collaborate with team members on collection development and space optimization
Qualifications
- Associate's degree or equivalent library experience required
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and library management software
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to lift 25 lbs and navigate multi-story buildings
- Experience with customer service in fast-paced environments
- Basic knowledge of digital resources and e-content platforms
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed
- Valid Indiana driver's license (for outreach programs)