FT Temporary Library Assistant/ AS Job at Tuscaloosa Public Library in Tuscaloos

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Status Temporary - Full Time (Estimated employment dates) September 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025

Actual beginning and end dates will be discussed when hired.

Schedule Days, Evening and weekend hours required.

Position Details

• Title of the Position: Temporary Library Assistant
• Department: Adult Services
• Status: Temporary- Full Time (Estimated employment dates) September 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025
• Schedule: Days, Evening and weekend hours required
• Benefits: Not Eligible
• Salary: $13.00 per hour
• Reports To: Adult Services Manager
• Supervisory Responsibility: None

Position Summary

The key areas of responsibility for the position include: providing service to library patrons by assisting them with routine book/material requests; providing reader advisory services locating materials; answering the phone; and supporting the creation and delivery of adult programming.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements are typical of an office environment and include sitting, standing, bending, walking, reaching, pushing/pulling carts weighing over 100 lbs., lifting items weighing up to 50 lbs. and looking at a computer screen for long periods.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, with some post-secondary education preferred
• One (1) – two (2) years previous experience providing customer service to the general public
• A valid driver’s license

Competencies

• Accurate/Efficient work performance: The individual performs job functions in an accurate and efficient manner; produces an appropriate quantity of work; follows detailed procedures and ensures accuracy in data and documentation; has a strong attention to details, (without getting bogged down in unnecessary detail); makes sound judgments and timely decisions; is able to manage multiple projects; demonstrates strong ability to plan work and carry out tasks with minimal instructions; demonstrates ability to determine project urgency in a practical way; gathers information and bases decisions on fact rather than emotion; communicates openly and appropriately with immediate supervisor and chain-of-command.
• Good communication skills: The individual writes and speaks clearly and effectively; demonstrates openness and honesty; listens well during meetings and feedback sessions; states own opinions clearly and concisely; is willing to listen to the opinions and feedback of others; asks questions to ensure understanding; uses consideration and tact when offering opinions; informs supervisor/chain-of-command of problems in a timely manner.
• Reliability and Dependability: The individual can be counted on to complete work in a timely and consistent manner; keeps commitments; is regularly present and punctual; arrives prepared for work; is committed to doing the best job possible; follows policies and procedures.
• Cooperation and Teamwork: The individual treats all people with kindness and respect; values diverse perspectives; works harmoniously with others; responds positively to instructions; works well with management, co-workers, and patrons of the Library; is open minded and is willing to change his/her opinions on the basis of new information; refrains from activity that disrupts the workplace, affects productivity, disparages others, or harms the reputation of others or the Library.
• Committed to Safety: The individual takes personal responsibility for safety; understands, encourages and carries out safety measures at all times; uses equipment and materials properly; maintains a neat and orderly work environment.

Duties And Responsibilities

It is the responsibility of every employee of the Tuscaloosa Public Library (TPL) to perform duties that are necessary to ensure that the Library operates in a professional, efficient, and effective manner at all times. The list below is an outline of the primary duties to be performed in this position; however, the list is not all-inclusive and should not be perceived as such. Employees are expected to perform all duties as assigned by their supervisor or chain-of-command (or his/her designee).

Primary Duties

• Greets and assists library patrons and visitors in a friendly and appropriate manner
• Assist patrons with computer usage, reader’s advisory, and catalog searches
• Maintain books by mail patron records and processes requests
• Collection maintenance including shelving, shelf reading, shifting, and weeding
• Processes and maintains new materials
• Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrates strong customer service skills in interactions with patrons and coworkers
• Communicates professionally, courteously, and effectively
• Operates library equipment such as computers, copiers, bar code scanner, book carts, and postage processing equipment, vehicles, and telephone in an appropriate, respectful, efficient manner
• Works on special projects as assigned

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Temporary
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Non-profit Organizations