Library Assistant I (part-time) - Adult Services Job at Crawfordsville District
New Yesterday
Salary: $15.00/hour
Description: CDPL is looking for an energetic, customer service-oriented individual for our Adult Services Department, which provides library collections, programs, and services for adults, including local history and genealogy. The person in this position will assist library users to locate materials and answer their questions; assist in the use of online resources and department technology/equipment ; create and present library programs; shelve materials; and create displays.
Education/Experience: Bachelors degree required; at least one year of library experience highly preferred; high degree of computer literacy with working knowledge of computers and mobile devices; experience with video content creation a plus; eligible to obtain Librarian Certificate LC6 or higher.
Schedule: 25 hours/week; days with some evenings and weekends.
How to apply: Apply online at https://cdpl.bamboohr.com/careers/57.
Deadline to apply: Open until filled, but applications submitted before August 18, 2025, will receive first consideration. No phone calls, please.
Crawfordsville District Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Title: Library Assistant I
Job Classification: Class 11
Branch/Department: Adult Services Department
Location: Crawfordsville District Public Library
Employment status: Part-time
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Summary: The Library Assistant I assists library users to locate materials and use the public computers, answers patron questions; assists in the use of online resources; creates and presents library programs; shelves materials; and creates displays.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assists patrons with access to and use of the library collections Assists patrons in the use of the library catalog and to locate materials on the shelves
Performs basic readers advisory, including assisting to create thematic displays of collection items
Assists patrons with basic local history and genealogy research
Provides patrons with basic information on how to access the librarys digital offerings
Contributes articles on various topics to library newspaper columns on an occasional basis
Provides programming for adults Conducts occasional, simple in-person and virtual adult programming
Assists patrons to register for library programs and events
Assists colleagues with preparations for programming
Maintains collection shelving order and appearance of shelves Sorts and shelves materials efficiently and accurately
Performs shelf reading and straightens items on shelves
Assists patrons with other aspects of the library or community information Answers reference, directional, and community referral questions
Assists and educates patrons in the use of the computers, microfilm machines, and mobile devices available in the Adult Services Department
Provides patrons with directional information and community referrals
Assists patrons in the use of the photocopier and wireless printing
Performs other tasks to assist with the smooth running of the department Greets patrons in a friendly manner
Handles and records monetary transactions using internal control procedures
Creates or contributes to documents such as bibliographies, statistical reports, registration and attendance sheets
Performs opening and closing duties
Performs light copy machine, computer, and printer maintenance
Handles departmental problems in absence of senior staff
Observes and implements Library Board policies and procedures
Assists to change and maintain aesthetics and appearance of the second floor
Performs other related duties as assigned
Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelors degree
At least one year of library experience highly preferred
High degree of computer literacy with working knowledge of computers and mobile devices
Experience with video content creation a plus
Job Skills and Knowledge Requirements
Ability to pleasantly and effectively communicate with patrons and staff by listening carefully and responding with clarity
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task
Excellent communication skills, oral and written
Knowledgeable about the Internet and computer software
Ability to maintain patience and a sense of humor while working with a wide variety of patrons
Comfortable with computers and proficient in Microsoft Office suite; Google Workspace and Canva experience a plus
Ability to maintain an atmosphere conducive for job productivity
Ability to handle stressful situations and varying workloads
Exercises a professional level of telephone courtesy and etiquette
Ability to alphabetize and organize in numerical order
Ability to handle money
Possesses a clear understanding of the Dewey Decimal System
Fluency in a language other than English, particularly Spanish or American Sign Language, is a plus
Cooperative spirit, reliability, enthusiasm, friendliness, energy, resourcefulness, initiative, tact, good judgment, and a sense of humor are essential
Special Necessary Requirement
Employment contingent on acceptable results of a background check
Certification
Library Certification LC6 ability to attain within three years of hire and maintain
Contact
Regular, daily contact with the public
Regular, daily work with other department personnel
Occasional work with personnel from other departments
Routine telephone contact with other library personnel and patrons
Supervision
Supervised by the Adult Services Department Manager
No supervisory duties
Technical Competencies
Conducts routine database and Internet searches
Performs data entry and basic word processing
Performs basic photocopier functions
Demonstrates a working knowledge of computers and mobile devices
Demonstrates a working knowledge of how to install and use library apps
Performs basic tasks in publishing, presentation, and/or graphic design software
Performs basic video creation tasks
Performs basic computer hardware assistance
Provides basic computer software assistance
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely:
Performs tasks that require the ability to walk, sit, talk and hear
Uses hands to operate and use objects, tools and controls
Performs bending, squatting, stooping, kneeling and reaching from floor level to 6 feet in height
Performs routine lifting of materials weighing up to 30 pounds
Performs routine lifting, pushing, and/or positioning of larger items, such as tables, chairs, book carts, and technology carts
Performs uninterrupted standing and walking for lengthy periods
Schedule
Typically works up to 25 hours weekly, including daytime, evening, and weekend hours as necessary to accommodate service needs
Includes one or more evenings a week and at least one weekend rotation (one Saturday and Sunday) a month
Working Environment
Primarily indoors with heating and cooling regulated in a general library environment
Participation in special library or community events may occur outdoors in a non-controlled environment
Hazards are infrequent but may include: dust, mildew
- Location:
- Crawfordsville
- Job Type:
- PartTime