Library Aide (Part Time)

Library Aide (Part-time)
$17.00 per hour (no benefits)
Up to 19 hours per week

Job Description: The Part Time Library Aide is under the supervision of the Circulation Coordinator, and performs supportive duties at all East Providence Public Library locations. The Library Aide provides customer service, performs circulation duties, provides assistance in other departments, and other in-house duties. This position will include evenings and Saturdays.

General Responsibilities:

• Provides outstanding customer service by welcoming everyone with a pleasant manner and a calm, patient demeanor.
• Assists patrons with accessing library services and resources, promotes library resources and programs, and directs patrons to specific materials in the building.
• Performs circulation duties including check-in/check-out, issuing new library cards, processing various collections, locating materials online and in the library, retrieving materials, answering phone, and handling the routing of library materials to and from other libraries.
• Keeps shelves and displays in order.
• Assists patrons with booking public meeting spaces, registering for programs, and accessing other library services.
• Assists with inventory, preparing book carts, shelving materials, and cleaning materials as needed.
• Respects patron privacy and safeguards confidential information.
• Performs related tasks as assigned.

Desirable Abilities, Knowledge and Skills

• Reliable, organized, accurate and pays close attention to detail
• Possesses a positive attitude and ability to effectively work with library staff
• Applies independent judgment when necessary
• Proficient in the use of printers, photocopiers, fax machines, scanners, and other technology

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Flexibility to work when needed is required. Some shifts will be regular and constant while others will be variable and change week to week depending on staffing needs.
• Ability to get to all three library locations within the City.
• Some clerical experience, previous library experience preferred or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the desired abilities, knowledge and skills

Physical Requirements: Must be able to perform physical tasks associated with library work such as:

• Lifting and carrying books.
• Shelving and retrieving books at or above shoulder height, and at floor level

Examination Weight: Oral 100 %

Apply on the City of East Providence Employment website on ADP WorkforceNow.