Employment Opportunities

Rogers Free Library seeks to fill one part-time position at the Circulation Desk. This position work under the direct supervision of the Collections and Circulation Librarian and will serve patrons in the library.

The position is needed to fill a combination of Saturday, daytime, and evening hours. The required hours will be Wednesdays from 1-8 pm, Thursdays from 5-8 pm and variable Saturday hours. At least two to three Saturdays per month are required. Some additional hours may be available for fill-in coverage when other staff are absent.

Tasks of position include:

• Complete circulation duties in the ILS system including checking materials in/out, registering patrons for cards, locating materials online and in the library; maintain patron privacy.
• Assist patrons with using and accessing library services and resources.
• Promote library resources and programs.
• Maintain the accuracy of items on the reserve and collection shelves.
• Set up book carts for Library Pages to shelve materials efficiently.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required with advanced study (Associate’s degree or higher) desirable.
• Demonstrated “people” skills, both in person and over the phone, secured through retail, library, customer, or other public service experience. Previous library experience is desirable.
• Good work ethic including punctuality in reporting for work, organizational skills, thoroughness in work completion, attention to detail.
• Competence in computer skills and willingness to learn new applications.
• Ability to work well with the public and collaboratively as a member of a team.
• Usual office working conditions. Potential minimal exposure to noise, dust, inclement weather, temperature fluctuations.
• Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, and talk for potentially long periods of time. This includes using a computer monitor, keyboard, and mouse to complete many of the assigned tasks as well as usual office equipment.
• Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check.

This position will remain open until filled with preference given to candidates who apply by April 24, 2024.