Clark County Public Library Employment Opportunity

Job Title: Library Assistant – Outreach Services| Grade 10 | Part-time 24-28 hrs.|FLSA – Non-Exempt

Location: Main Library – Outreach Services Dept., 201 S. Fountain Ave., Springfield, Ohio

Under direct supervision of the Manager of Outreach Services, the Library Assistant – Outreach Services serves patrons through community outreach, providing quality customer service to patrons of all ages.

To Apply: Please submit the following:

1. Completed CCPL Employment Application – Available at library locations or two (2) formats available online at:   CCPL Employment Application.             2. Cover Letter               3. Résumé                4. Three (3) professional references

Submit: [All items required. Incomplete/illegible Applicant Packets may be disqualified]  Mail or submit in sealed envelope to any CCPL location to: Matthew Naylor – Interim Director’s Office, Clark County Public Library, PO Box 1080, Springfield OH, 45501-1080

OPEN UNTIL FILLED – Review of complete, accurate submissions begins immediately upon receipt

Minimum EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:  

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Customer service experience desired; Library experience preferred
• Acceptable results on a criminal background check  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: (ViewthePosition Descriptionfor additional details) 

• Able to operate motor vehicle. Valid Ohio Driver’s License and insurability on the library’s vehicle insurance policy. Proof of personal vehicle insurance
• Will share driver duties. CCPL provides basic large vehicle operation instruction
• Knowledge of basic computer applications, including MS Windows
•   Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Must be flexible & dependable. Able to work a rotating schedule which may include evening or weekend hours; irregular hours may be required according to department’s needs. Maintains work schedule and adheres to CCPL attendance policies. Overtime may be required occasionally
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills; follow written and verbal direction
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions and/or for the interview process

PRINCIPAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (View the Position Descriptionfor a detailed list of illustrative duties) 

• Provides prompt, accurate assistance for patrons in utilizing library resources and services
• Maintains computerized patron accounts and respond to patron requests in person and over the telephone; collect fees; helps resolve patron account issues; prepares and issues library cards; places and fills reserves, checks in and discharges items on library software
• Maintains familiarity with various technologies, including the Online Public Access Catalog, digital devices, etc.
• Maintains knowledge of available materials and patron reading preferences
• Performs duties on library vehicles and in Outreach Services, as assigned
• Adheres to the published Outreach Services route schedule
• Assists with library programming as assigned
• Assists with maintaining the department’s collection: shelving, mending, shifting, and organizing library materials; maintaining orderliness of shelves, furniture and displays
• Interacts and responds appropriately with patrons, staff, community groups, local organizations, and schools

SALARY AND BENEFITS:  $16.51 per hour. Ohio Public Employees Retirement System membership; two (2) wks. vacation; holidays and sick leave, in accordance with CCPL guidelines; Voluntary life insurance offering and Ohio Deferred Compensation (457) Plan membership available. Direct Deposit required.

Clark County Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer