Library Assistant I – 28 Hours Weekly

Location Name: Safety Harbor Public Library

County: Pinellas

Region: Central Florida

Address: 101 2nd Street N.City: Safety HarborZipcode: 34695

ALA accredited Masters required: No

JOB FUNCTIONS -Shelve library materials, straighten, and check shelves for accuracy, shift materials when needed due to crowding, empty exterior book drops, and fill items on hold request lists. -Staff the circulation desk; assist patrons with check in and out process in person and at self-checkouts. -Handle monetary transactions and reconcile daily reports. -Respond to patron inquiries in person and on the telephone, assist customers in locating different areas of the library, and place holds on requested materials. -Provide access to study and meeting rooms as required. Build awareness of library programs to market verbally to patrons at front desk, answer questions or refer to other staff. -Check-in materials returned from other library locations. Prepare and send holds to other locations. -Create themed displays of library materials to promote circulation. -Price items and stock Friends of the Library Bookstore as needed. -Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Qualifications:

Q u a l i f i c a t i o n s : -Knowledge of Dewey Decimal System for shelving materials. -Ability to work with the public is essential. -Ability to utilize independent judgment. -Knowledge of cash and credit card handling. -Ability to provide excellent customer service to patrons and fellow staff. -Ability to acquire knowledge of public library methods and procedures and the operation of library equipment, including computers, RFID readers, and scanners. -Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing with fellow staff and patrons. -Computer literate and ability to learn library catalog and other related software programs. -Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

T r a i n i n g & E x p e r i e n c e : -High school diploma, GED. Previous experience working in a library desired. -Valid Florida Driver’s License

Multilingual Skills Required: No

Contact Person: Bree Smith-Pedroza

Contact Email: [email protected]

Contact Phone: 727-724-1525 x4117

How to Apply / Instructions:

Apply online from Monday. January 13 thru Friday, January 31: at cityofsafetyharbor.com/662/Employment

727-724-1555 | [email protected]

The City of Safety Harbor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Veterans Preference applicable.