Library Assistant

Anoka County · Saint Francis, MN · 2 wk ago

OTHR$20.19–$26.25/hrFull-time

Join Anoka County and serve your community while enjoying work-life balance. This part-time, non-exempt, on-site position offers advancement opportunities for motivated individuals.

About the role

Anoka County Library Assistants help community members obtain library cards, learn about library offerings, manage accounts, use technology, and find information. You’ll be an essential part of the team, serving a diverse community of patrons at the Blaine location or future vacancies.

Responsibilities

Create a welcoming environment by providing excellent customer service.
Perform circulation duties: checkout, returns, assessing damages, running reports, and routing materials.
Assist patrons with requests, technology, and basic research support.
Connect patrons to physical and virtual library collections.
Organize, maintain, and ensure collection tidiness.
Process materials, link electronic records, and ensure efficient movement of materials across the county.
Assess patron needs to locate materials and resources; refer to librarians as appropriate.
Handle cash, including processing payments and reconciling the cash drawer.
Provide reference, information, and material loan services.
Place and track orders.
Work closely with library employees to process and fulfill requests.
Maintain stockroom supplies and ensure cleanliness and order.
Communicate and apply policies and procedures to patrons.
Troubleshoot computer software and hardware issues.
Maintain current knowledge of county and library policies and procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred: 1 year of customer service or library experience.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Physical Demands

Standard office, warehouse, or public library environment with frequent distractions and multitasking.
Vision abilities: close, distance, and ability to adjust focus (e.g., computer work).
Hearing abilities: general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds.
Varied physical activity: sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, and occasional pushing of carts over 300 lbs.
Occasional lifting of 20–50 lbs. while moving materials.
Use of computers, phones, and standard office equipment.
Occasional travel to other county work sites; may require driving a county or personal vehicle.
May require contact with uncooperative, angry, or hostile clients.
May use kick stools to reach items from high shelves.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Pay

Salary range: $20.19 to $26.25 per hour ($41,995.20 to $54,600.00 annually). Starting rate depends on experience, education, and qualifications.

Benefits

24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays (pro-rated for part-time).
Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
Advancement and professional development opportunities.

Schedule

Part-time, non-exempt position with the following expected work hours:

Week 1: Saturday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM, Wednesday 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM, Thursday 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM.
Week 2: Monday 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM, Wednesday 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM, Thursday 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM.

Work Location

St. Francis Library, 3519 Bridge St NW, St. Francis, MN 55070.

Union Representation

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between Anoka County and Teamsters - 320.

Pre-employment Requirements

Anoka County may require passing a pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen, DOT physical, or other qualifications checks. Applicants must sign an informed consent form; refusal will disqualify further consideration.