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To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a cover letter, application, and resume.
*Internal candidates must apply online. Submit a cover letter and updated resume by November 20, 2024

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POSTING DATE: November 6, 2024
JOB TITLE: Middle Tyger Branch Assistant, Grade 19
LOCATION: Middle Tyger Library
DATE AVAILABLE: December 1, 2024
SALARY: $2,541 per month (Includes generous benefit package)

HOURS: 40 hours per week

Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday 11am – 8pm; Thursday Off; Friday 8:30am to 6pm; Saturday 8:30am to 5pm

(Note: Must be flexible to accommodate schedule changes, may be asked to work other times as needed).



EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must complete pre-employment testing.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Provides superior customer service when assisting patrons of all ages with information requests, patron account services, computers, digital services and other library equipment.
  • Assists with promoting library card sign ups and community outreach
  • Assists with all circulation duties, library card registration, patron account services and collection maintenance
  • Works with a variety of software and library automation programs
  • Contributes to branch meetings and workflow by making suggestions and sharing ideas
  • Regularly checks the branch email, Intranet and library website for new information
  • Remains aware of security and safety concerns taking appropriate action as needed
  • Performs basic readers’ advisory and information assistance, material retrieval and places hold requests
  • Responsible for weekly in-transit and missing reports,
  • Assists with preparing courier bins for delivery and in processing.
  • Assists with maintaining the tidiness of the shelves and display areas.
  • Assists with training new employees and assisting with additional branch coverage for programming
  • Responsible for opening and closing procedures for the Branch including register and deposit tasks
  • Supports supervisor directives and assumes responsibility of building and staff in supervisor’s absence


KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Comfortable and proficient using technology, including digital devices
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Creative, flexible and organized with good time management skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to prioritize tasks, take direction and work independently or in a team environment
  • Experience working with library programming with strong knowledge of reading materials for adults
  • Knowledge of popular books, movies & television, pop culture and current events
  • Valid driver’s license with the ability to drive to other libraries or community outreach


The library accepts applications with cover letter and resume when a job position is available. Drug Testing is a part of the library’s hiring process. If you require any accommodations in applying for any position, please do not hesitate to ask. The Spartanburg County Public Library is proud to be tobacco free.


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