Library Assistant Specialist

The Library Assistant Specialist provides excellent service to people of all ages, performing tasks such as circulation of materials, answering reference questions, and providing technology assistance. This position requires strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills. The Specialist will work independently and as part of a team to maintain a welcoming environment and promote library services. The role involves working with technology, interpreting library policies, and maintaining a working knowledge of library materials and services.

What You Will Do

Responsibilities include answering reference questions, providing reader's advisory services, and conducting training for the public in the use of computers and electronic resources. The Specialist will also assist with circulation, interlibrary loan requests, and marketing the collection and library services. Additionally, they will participate in professional development activities and maintain knowledge of the Dewey Decimal Classification system.

Why It Might Be a Fit

To be successful in this role, you should have strong communication skills, enjoy working with technology, and be passionate about connecting people with information and resources. You should also be organized, detail-oriented, and able to multitask and work independently. The Library Assistant Specialist will work in a welcoming, community-centered workplace with a mission-driven culture where your work directly supports education, literacy, and public service.

Requirements

• High school diploma required; two years of related experience preferred
• Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, computers, and basic technology troubleshooting
• Familiarity with library resources, reference services, and office equipment preferred
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to multitask and work independently
• Professional, dependable, and able to maintain confidentiality
• Available to work evenings, weekends, and at multiple branch locations as needed
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds, move loaded book carts, and perform shelving and other physical library duties
• Reliable transportation required

Benefits

• Affordable, robust benefits that support your health and peace of mind
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development
• Retirement security through the OPERS pension system
• Work-life balance in a welcoming, community-centered workplace
• Mission-driven culture where your work directly supports education, literacy, and public service