Library Assistant - Accident

Library Assistant – 36 hours per week with benefits at the Ruth Enlow Library in Accident.  Starting pay is $16.00/hr. 

Duties:

• Performs material check-in and check-out, places holds, shelves and retrieves material.
• Registers patrons in the library’s patron database and issues library cards.
• Handles financial transactions at service desk.
• Answers reference questions when necessary.
• Assists in the planning and preparation of Library programs and events.
• Recommends Library materials and resources to patrons based on interests.
• Performs all duties of a Library Page as needed.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Skills Required: 

• Integrity and conscientious character 
• Ability to work at a public service desk for long periods of time
• Ability to move throughout the library building
• Ability to carry oversize materials, to sit, stand, walk, bend, display manual dexterity, reach, twist upper body, push a book truck, and kneel.
• Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work with people of diverse needs and backgrounds
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Initiative
• Strong computer skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Flexibility and creativity in accomplishing tasks. 
• Ability to work as part of a team 
• Willingness to work evening and Saturday hours required

Education Level:  High school diploma or equivalent required.  Previous customer service experience preferred.

Resume required.  Applications are available at all public libraries in Garrett County. Deadline for applications and resumes is March 12, 2025.