Library Assistant - Circulation - Part Time Temporary

About the role

Part-time temporary position working 19 hours per week.

Pay

$17.00/hour (non-exempt).

Schedule

Deadline to apply: 08/18/2026.

Benefits

• Paid sick time
• Complimentary mental health and wellness services, including an Employee Assistance Program
• Free subscription to Calm
• Health coaching (eligibility dependent)

Responsibilities

• Provides a variety of services to patrons at the check-out desk
• Checks books and other library materials out to patrons using the Yavapai Library Network's shared automation software
• Checks in and shelves returned items
• Empties book drops
• Issues library cards to new patrons, renews cards, accepts payments for fines and fees, and updates patron information
• Performs routine library and clerical tasks under the supervision of the Circulation Librarian
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Education and/or experience equivalent to a High School Diploma and one (1) year of customer service work experience preferred
• Knowledge of library clerical procedures or ability to acquire such knowledge with ease
• Ability to follow oral and written directions
• Ability to sort and file alphabetically and numerically, clerical aptitude, accuracy, and ability to keep to a schedule
• Ability to operate a cash register, credit card machine, and accurately make change (cash and coin)
• Ability to operate computers in a Windows environment and work with web-based technology

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Most work is performed in a library environment, and some in community settings
• Must be able to lift, carry, and/or push materials including full book carts, book bins, and lifting tubs weighing up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to perform physically demanding duties involving repetitive standing, walking, reaching, bending, and stretching for long periods of time
• Operate a variety of standard office equipment including a computer, laptop and/or tablet PC, telephone, e-reader, calculator, cash register, bar code reader, copy and fax machines requiring continuous and repetitive arm, hand, and eye movement
• Sufficient to clearly, concisely, and effectively communicate in person and over the telephone

Post-Offer Requirements

• Drug screening
• Motor vehicle records check
• Criminal background screening

City Core Beliefs

City of Prescott employees should seek to uphold the following core beliefs:

• Acting with Integrity
• Working as a Team
• Being Accountable
• Practicing Innovative Problem Solving
• Taking Pride in Excellent Results
• Focusing on Our Community
• Being Nice