Library Assistant

• Hiring Range: $16.39 - $19.67 Hourly
• Pay Range: $16.39 - $22.95 Hourly

• Part Time 20 hour workweek
• Partial days, evenings, and weekends are required.

• Centre Township Branch Library
• 1150 Kern Rd, South Bend, IN 46614

Essential Job Functions Library Assistants provide excellent service and connect community members with library services and materials. Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Branch Manager and with an unwavering commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, the Library Assistant will:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Cash register experience preferred.
• At least 2 years of work experience in a public library and/or retail.

• Work efficiently and prioritize important tasks. Make decisions and work independently and interdependently.
• Accept and manage change. Maintain composure and overcome stress in any situation.
• Identify efficiencies and suggest improvements in workflow.?
• Display high standards of ethical conduct, honesty, and integrity. Lead by example.?

• Understand, endorse, and communicate the St. Joseph County Public Library?s policies and procedures in a courteous, friendly, and positive manner.
• Be enthusiastic, creative, flexible, energetic, value diversity, and possess a sense of humor.
• Solve problems in a professional manner with library patrons, co-workers, and Leadership.
• Form and maintain excellent working relationships.
• Manage confidential information appropriately.
• Work patiently and creatively with all patrons.
• Provide excellent customer service.?
• Teach and instruct others on a variety of topics.
• Become proficient with current library technology.
• Take charge in emergency situations if assigned as Librarian in Charge (full-time only).

• Spanish language skills preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong organizational skills.
• Public service orientation and commitment to excellent and genuine customer service.?
• Demonstration of character and integrity in all situations while upholding SJCPL?s ethical standards.?
• Practical experience and proficiency with computers, including the Internet, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Windows, Mac OS, and communication technologies. Stay current with new technologies.
• Dependability, punctuality, trustworthiness, good attendance, and work habits.
• Physical agility and strength to bend, reach, lift, and move library materials (20-25 lbs.) and to stand for long periods of time.

• Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
• Hoosier S.T.A.R.T 457(b) Employee Funded Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• 16 Vacation Hours Annually
• 40 Sick Time Hours Annually?
• 10 Paid Holidays