Library Associate – Part-Time Job at Georgia Public Library Service in Marietta

Overview

LIBRARY ASSOCIATE – PART-TIME
Salary: $20.19 Hourly
Location: VARIOUS LOCATIONS IN FULTON COUNTY, GA
Job Type: LIBRARY
Department: LIBRARY

Opening Date: 09/10/2025
Closing Date: 9/15/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Pay Grade: 10

Locations

• PONCE DE LEON LIBRARY
• SOUTH FULTON LIBRARY

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to patrons and the public, including greeting visitors, assisting with library services, and helping patrons with self-check and library accounts.
• Staff the circulation desk: check materials in/out, assess and clear fines, operate the automated circulation system, process holds, and prepare materials for shelving.
• May lead staff as needed: establish workloads, prioritize work, interpret policies, resolve staff issues, and establish service desk schedules.
• Shelve and maintain order of library materials.
• Perform library accounting functions and manage budgeted accounts within the assigned area; handle fines, receipts, and revenue reconciliation.
• Coordinate holds processes for an assigned unit or branch and operate relevant computer systems.
• Enter data and support database management, including document matching and record maintenance.
• Interpret library rules, policies, and procedures for staff and patrons.
• Assist in developing bibliographies and guides for patrons; maintain library files within the assigned area.
• Plan, develop, and implement programs and workshops as assigned, including children's programs, tours, storytelling, and outreach; assist in creating displays and exhibits.
• Assist patrons with computer resources and online catalog/searching; teach basic computer and information search skills.
• Prepare various forms, reports, schedules, requisitions, time cards, and other documents as needed.
• Receive and process forms, reports, library cards, applications, reservations, invoices, and other documentation; review for accuracy.
• Answer the telephone, provide information, take messages, and renew books by phone as necessary.
• Coordinate communication with supervisors, staff, volunteers, patrons, and community organizations to review status and resolve issues.
• Serve on committees and task forces; assist in drafting policies and procedures and make recommendations to supervision.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in a related field required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Two (2) years of customer service or library-related experience, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• May be required to possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license if required by position assignment.
• Proficiency in performing essential functions andAbility to learn and apply county or departmental policies and procedures.

Examination

The examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience, accomplished by analysis of the application. An official, accredited college transcript is required at time of employment for all degrees/course work used to qualify for this position.

Additional Information

• All applications must be completed in full and reviewed for accuracy; corrections should be made before submittal. Incomplete applications may not meet minimum qualifications.
• Essential Functions include a range of duties from customer service to clerical work and program support.
• Performance aptitudes cover data utilization, human interaction, equipment operation, verbal and mathematical aptitude, functional reasoning, and situational reasoning.

Equal Employment Opportunity: It is the policy of Fulton County that there will be equal opportunity for every citizen, employee and applicant, based upon merit without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, genetics, disability or sexual orientation.

Employer: Fulton County
Address: 141 Pryor Street, Suite 3030, Atlanta, Georgia, 30303
Phone: (404) 613-6700

Website: Fulton County