Library Associate
Library Associate
MidPointe Library - Library Associate – Full Time - Middletown Ohio
Our mission is to enrich our community through access & experiences. We do that by connecting a diverse & curious community to our library services & we strive to provide a positive learning experience in our busy office-type setting. To thrive in this environment, you’ll need a positive attitude, be motivated & have prior customer service experience, but you don’t need library experience, we can teach you!
As a library associate, you’ll give patrons help at both customer service desks. You’ll provide excellent & friendly customer service by giving computer & technology help; accept passport applications; find library materials & answer questions. You’ll also use the automated conveyor belt check in system; process holds & reserves; sort; shelve; pull holds; use lists to pull materials & assist with various tasks & projects.
MidPointe is located on the east side of Butler County, Ohio in a vibrant, dynamic, diverse community that enjoys community support. Nestled between Cincinnati and Dayton, the county has a wide variety of schools, entertainment, dining experiences, sports, and cultural events. We have something for everyone!
To Be Successful, you will need to:
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Be a U.S. citizen for passport duties.
- Must be friendly, approachable & provide a positive library experience to our diverse patrons.
- Must have excellent customer service, a strong service ethic, excellent problem-solving skills, adapt rapidly to change & thrive in a busy environment.
- Must have computer experience that includes MS Office, the Internet & ideally the library catalog & research databases.
- Have a good knowledge of literature that appeals to children, teens & adults.
- Must be able to operate equipment such as copiers, computers, printers & scanners.
- Must be able to effectively problem solve, be adaptable, handle confidential information & manage frequent interruptions.
- Must be able to effectively speak, listen, read (including cursive) & understand English.
- Must efficiently and accurately comprehend, follow & implement library policies & procedures.
- Regular & predictable physical attendance and punctuality is required.
Hours:
40 hours per with varying schedules, evenings and weekends required. Sample schedule:
Week 1: Sun 12-5pm; Mon, Tues, & Wed 8am-5pm,
Thurs 11am-8pm.
Week 2: Mon, Tues, & Wed 8am-5pm, Thurs 11am-8pm, Sat 8am-5pm
Rate of Pay:
The pay range is $14.50 - $21.00 per hour; the rate depends on job factors such as experience, job skills, education, and languages spoken.
Benefits:
Full-time benefits include state retirement plan (OPERS); direct deposit; medical (copay plan or HDHP with HSA), dental, vision, life insurance & voluntary life insurance; accrued vacation, sick & short-term disability; paid holidays and floating holidays; EAP, education assistance; and more.
Physical Requirements:
-Must have the ability to move book crates that could weigh up to 75 pounds when full & move book carts that could weigh up to 200 pounds when full.
-Must be able to work in areas in areas that may contain cleaning odors, dust, and other possible allergens.
-Must have manual dexterity sufficient to operate library equipment including the conveyor belt check-in system.
Apply:
Complete a required MidPointe Library System employment application found at: https://secure.entertimeonline.com/ta/6138957.jobs?ShowAllOpenings
Inquiries:
The full job description for this opening is on our website at: https://www.midpointelibrary.org/page/jobs.
Please, only call the library if you need assistance in completing the required online application.
Additional Info
Job Type : Full-Time
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