Library Assistant

POSITION: Library Assistant
LOCATION: Republic Branch – 921 N Lindsey Avenue – Republic, MO
DUTIES: See attached job description for essential duties and qualifications
SALARY: $14.34 per hour
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until Filled
This is a part time position, approximately 20 hours per week. Candidates must be available to
work any hours the library branch is open. The Republic branch is open Monday through
Friday 7:30am to 7:00pm and Saturday from 9:30am to 6:00pm. The greatest need is evening
(3:00pm to 7:00pm) and some Saturdays. As a condition of employment, work schedules may
change as necessary to best provide user services and to meet the Library’s responsibility to
the citizens of Greene County.
Excellent Part Time Benefits include Paid Time Off and holiday pay. Employee Assistance
Program, Vision and Dental insurance, Telehealth and a retirement savings plan are also
available.
This position requires high school graduation or completion of a high school equivalency
program. All candidates for employment must be at least 16 years old.
Education and experience shall be evaluated with regard to recency and quality, as well as
quantity. Based on the number and quality of applicants, applications may be reviewed for
qualifications beyond the minimums stated herein.
Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by
the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment.
Applications may be found online at http://thelibrary.org/libjob/libjobs.cfm then follow the
link provided for this Job Posting
Complete application through our online application process.
Direct questions through e-mail to humanresources@thelibrary.org or call 417-616-0589
Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm.
Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the

Americans with Disabilities Act prior to testing or appointment.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Current library employees desiring consideration must:
 have received a satisfactory performance rating on their last performance evaluation
 currently be performing their duties at a satisfactory level
 Log in to Genesis – Select My Career > Search for Jobs > select position, view details of position, then
APPLY FOR THIS JOB , a text box opens allowing you to compose a cover letter or add comments,
click APPLY FOR THIS JOB again
 Use the pop up box labeled “COMMENTS ENTERED BY APPLICANT” to post a letter of interest
 If a transcript is required, please make certain these are on file.

HR/Job Postings/Library Assistant REP #14.2425 9-3-2024 Until Filled Revised 9/3/2024

Job Description

Position: Library Assistant
Classification: Part Time
Salary Track: Library Worker II
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Position Summary
The Library Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting the daily operations and services of the
library. This position involves a variety of tasks aimed at assisting patrons, maintaining library
collections, and ensuring a welcoming and organized environment. 
Essential Functions
 Routinely checks-in, checks-out and renew library materials
 Performs circulation duties
 Registers patrons for library cards, voter registration and other library functions
 Assists patrons with directional information
 Collects overdue fines, book deposits and other fees, makes change, and issues receipts
 Performs routine computer searches, data entry
 Assists patrons with location of library materials and information
 Assists and instructs patrons in the operation of patron access computer (PAC), copy
machines, printers, and fax machines
 Answers telephone and direct calls
 Responds to regular telephone inquiries
 Performs routine filing and shelving
 May prepare daily deposit of monies collected by branch
 May act as Person In Charge (PIC) in absence of branch manager
 May provide programming at the branch as needed: Storytimes, Youth and Adult programs
 Assists supervisor with department reports and correspondence as needed
 Performs essential functions during high patron volume
 Interprets and implements the Library’s General Conduct Policy
 Consistently punctual for work and meetings. Completes assigned duties in a timely
manner
 Exemplifies professional attitude and demeanor while engaging constituents, including the
ability to work and interact with others in a cooperative, pleasant, and constructive manner
 This job description is not intended to be all inclusive; employee may be required to
perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the Library.
Skills/Job Knowledge
 Excellent communications skills, oral and written
 Ability to effectively listen to and respond to patron inquiries
 Basic knowledge of circulation and library functions
 Computer and keyboard skills, including windows, word-processing and spreadsheet
construction

HR/Job Postings/Library Assistant REP #14.2425 9-3-2024 Until Filled Revised 9/3/2024
Education/Experience
 High School diploma or equivalent
 One year public service experience required
 One year library experience is preferred
Contact
 Regular, daily public contact
 Works closely with other department personnel
 Routine telephone contact with other departments, branches, and the public
 Occasional work with other branch departments
Supervision
 Supervised by Branch Manager
Physical Demands
 Performs bending, squatting, kneeling and reaching from floor level to 6 feet in height
 May stand for long periods of time
 Displays good coordination and mobility
 Routine lifting of library materials weighing up to 30 lbs
 Uninterrupted standing and walking for lengthy periods
Working Environment
 Primarily indoors with heating and cooling regulated in a general library environment
Miscellaneous Requirements
 Must pass a security background check

The vision for the Springfield-Greene County Library is to be a thriving Library
that is an integral part of the lives of the community. Library employees will be

expected to embrace the following values:

Synergy – To produce a combined effect greater than what we can do

individually

Empowerment – To give someone the means or ability to do something

Respect – To treat all people with dignity
Inclusion – To invite and welcome
Innovation – To start or provide something new
Confidence – To be certain of trustworthiness
Excellence – To be the best in everything we do