Library Assistant- Circulation Services
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Leesburg, VA, US
Company:
Loudoun County Government provides diverse government services to the residents of Loudoun County, Virginia.
Summary:
The Library Assistant will provide direct customer service, assist with library resources, and lead various programs for community members. Candidates need a high school diploma and two years of customer service experience.
Requirements:
Hard Skills: customer service, Microsoft Office products
Credentials: High School Diploma
Experience: two (2) years of prior experience providing direct customer service to the public
Job Description:
Job Summary
Loudoun County Public Library (LCPL) is looking to fill a part-time Library Assistant position in the Circulation department at the Purcellville Library. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, service-minded, community-oriented, and a collaborative life-long learner who embraces the library's primary role of promoting the joy of reading and learning in society. As members of an enthusiastic team, Library Assistants provide direct customer service in reference, reader's advisory and circulation functions, as well as assist customers in the use of library resources and the use of technologies. Library Assistants plan and lead programs for children, teen and adult audiences.
Successful candidates will be passionate, creative team players with excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills. All staff work in a collaborative environment to complete daily tasks, conduct programs and coordinate outreach. LCPL provides services seven (7) days a week. Work schedules vary and include weekends, evenings and holidays.
Hiring Salary is Commensurate with Experience.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma and two (2) years of prior experience providing direct customer service to the public.
Experience with Microsoft Office products preferred. Spanish/English bilingual skills preferred.
Job Contingencies and Special Requirements
Successful candidates will undergo background checks as required.
Requires ability to push or pull wheeled carts weighing 200 pounds. Constant bending, stooping, reaching, walking and standing required. Ability to lift 40 pounds required. Notary Public License and/or Passport Acceptance Agent certification may be required within one year of hire date.
