Library Assistant V

Library System/Company Name
Charleston County Public Library System
Job Description

Full-time position. Provide reader’s advisory and information services to patrons of all ages at the Reference Services desk; with guidance from reference librarians, plan and provide in-house programs for adults on a variety of subjects and contribute to outreach to the adult population in the community; maintain assigned shelving area by processing new books, shelf reading, and weeding; prepare forms, flyers, and reports; may write branch newspaper column and/or branch blog about library services; other duties as assigned.

Library Branch:
Mt. Pleasant

Department:
Reference

Salary:
$33,030.40 - $37,169.60 annually depending on qualifications

Essential Job Functions:
Provide reader’s advisory and information services to patrons of all ages at the Reference Services desk; with guidance from reference librarians, plan and provide in-house programs for adults on a variety of subjects and contribute to outreach to the adult population in the community; maintain assigned shelving area by processing new books, shelf reading, and weeding; prepare forms, flyers, and reports; may write branch newspaper column and/or branch blog about library services; other duties as assigned. Must be computer literate and knowledgeable in various computer software and applications; MS Word, MS Excel, MS Publisher, and social media experience a plus.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree; four (4) years of library or related experience; significant understanding of basic aims and services of libraries. Must be computer literate and knowledgeable in various computer software and applications; MS Word, MS Excel, MS Publisher, and social media experience a plus. Other qualities and abilities needed: initiative; accuracy; tact; ability to exercise good judgment; ability to get along well with others in a professional and approachable manner; high aptitude for library work; significant ability to be flexible and adaptable to assume additional responsibilities as needed to maintain branch operations. Must be able to work evenings and weekends.

How to Apply

Complete an application on line at www.ccpl.org. Send application, resume and cover letter to humanresources@ccpl.org.

City
Mt. Pleasant
State
South Carolina