Fort Scott Public Library is seeking a part-time Library Assistant to join our team. This is a 20-hour-per-week position that includes some evening and weekend shifts, including Saturdays. The pay starts at $9.00 per hour, and benefits include sick leave, vacation, and personal time off.
What you’ll do:
- Shelving and organizing books and other library materials using the Dewey Decimal system.
- Assisting patrons and other staff with various tasks at the circulation desk, over the phone, and with library programs.
- Managing library resources, including weeding books, emptying the book drop, and helping to create publicity materials.
- Maintaining the library’s physical space, which includes some cleaning duties.
What we’re looking for:
- A high school graduate with a strong sense of integrity and excellent organizational skills.
- Someone with the ability to learn the Dewey Decimal system and various computer applications and databases.
- A person who can work independently, prioritize tasks, and lift up to 30 lbs.
- Someone who is respectful and considerate of all library patrons, staff, and community members.
If you’re a detail-oriented person with a love for books and helping people, we encourage you to apply. You will report directly to the Library Director.
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