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part-time day position

part-time job description

Applicants must be prompt, dependable and diligent. Candidate should possess knowledge of books and other library resources. Staff must enjoy working with people as well as promote public relations between the community and library. Staff need to monitor behavior and conduct of patrons in the library. Employees must work in a friendly and cooperative manner with all patrons and staff members, with minimal supervision and under pressure. Patrons must always be served first. Attending staff meetings is a requirement. Staff are supervised and report to the Director, Assistant Director and the Youth Services Librarian.  

Qualifications:
            Must be 18 and have a high school diploma

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​Skills:
           Good Organizational Skills
           Proficient Computer Skills
           Strong technology skills
           Productivity Skills

           People Skills – all ages
 
Hours:
           Varies from 8 – 12 hours per week.
           Requires 2-3 weekdays 10 am to 2 pm & occasional Saturdays 9 am to 1 pm as needed.
           Ability to work substitute shifts on short notice is also required.


Responsibilities include:
  • Check library materials in/out
  • Collect fines or payments
  • Register new patrons
  • Assist patrons with reference requests
  • Make Copies, Faxes and scan documents
  • Clean all incoming DVD’s, CD’s & Audio Books prior to shelving
  • Effectively use a multi-line phone system, i.e. answer phone and make calls to patrons
  • Lift and carry a minimum of 25 pounds and maneuver a book cart weighing up to 100 pounds
  • Ability to climb stairs, reach and stoop to retrieve items close to the floor
  • Prepare and unload interlibrary loan shipments
  • Clean public computers, tables and chairs
  • Schedule use of the community room
  • Shelve all items accurately
  • Organize and clean shelves
  • Complete assigned jobs left by the Director or the Assistant Director Staff
Additional Requirements:
  • Mend books
  • Prepare new books for circulation
  • Operate copy machine, cold and hot lamination, microfilm/fiche reader/printer
  • Maintain bulletin boards & Create library displays
  • Assist during programs.
  • Perform other duties as assigned and/or required
Library employee checks are dispersed after the monthly board meeting which is held the first Monday of the month.

Contact:
            Waterloo Library
            300 S. Wayne St.                                  Phone: 260-837-4491
            P.O. Box 707                                         Fax:  260-837-9148
            Waterloo, IN 46793

Please send resume and three references to the above address or email to: info@waterloo.lib.in.us ,
you may also fill out our application below.
You may also print out an application and bring it into the library during normal business hours.

    APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT

    EMPLOYMENT DESIRED

    EDUCATION HISTORY


    GENERAL INFORMATION

    FORMER EMPLOYERS (STARTING WITH LAST ONE FIRST)



    REFERENCES (THREE PERSONS NOT RELATED TO YOU, WHOM YOU HAVE KNOWN AT LEAST ONE YEAR)

    AUTHORIZATION

    By clicking submit: 

    "I certify that the facts contained in this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge and understand that, if employed, falsified statements on this application shall be grounds for dismissal.

    I authorize investigation of all statements contained herein and the references and employers listed above to give you any and all information concerning my previous employment and any pertinent information they may have, personal or otherwise, and release the company from all liability for any damage that may result from utilization of such information.

    I also understand and agree that no representative of the company has any authority to enter into any agreement for employment for any specified period of time, or to make any agreement contrary to the foregoing, unless it is in writing and signed by an authorized company representative.

    This waiver does not permit the release or use of disability-related or medical information in a manner prohibited by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other relevant federal and state laws.

    I understand that a consumer credit report of criminal records check may be necessary prior to my employment. If such reports are required, I understand that, in compliance with federal law, the company will provide me with a written notice regarding the use of these reports and will also obtain a separate written authorization from me to consent to these reports. I also understand that a poor credit history or conviction will not automatically result in disqualification from employment."

    In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
Submit

Hours

Monday- Thursday: 9am - 8pm
Friday: 9am - 5pm
Saturday: 9am - 1pm
​Sunday: Closed

Telephone

(260) 837-4491

Email

info@waterloo.lib.in.us

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