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POSTING DATE: December 10, 2025
JOB TITLE: Training Assistant, Grade 20
LOCATION: Headquarters Library
DATE AVAILABLE: February 1, 2026
SALARY: $2,668 per month (Includes generous benefit package)

HOURS: 40 hours per week
Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

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

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Manages purchasing activity for the Training Department by preparing and submitting purchase orders, ordering supplies, and other training-related items.
  • Ensures fiscal responsibility by following established purchasing and reimbursement procedures, comparing costs, and making recommendations for cost-effective solutions.
  • Manages conferences and off-site training attendance, such as registering staff, booking flights, making hotel reservations, and arranging reimbursements.
  • Assists with planning, developing, coordinating, and implementing regularly scheduled training events, including monthly New Employee Orientations and annual Staff Days.
  • Delivers training on library procedures, customer service, basic workplace technology, and other topics.
  • Assists with the creation and updating of training materials, such as guides and checklists.
  • Reviews local, state, and national training opportunities to add content to the training calendar and Learning Management System (LMS).
  • Provides administrative support in the LMS by uploading courses and materials, enrolling staff, running reports for supervisors on completion rates and staff training hours, and troubleshooting basic user issues.
  • Supports continuous improvement of training programs by gathering feedback and recommending edits to content.


KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with libraries and technology
  • Experience in accounting, education, training, or record-keeping functions
  • Experience managing a budget.
  • Knowledge of current technology, including email and the Microsoft Office Suite; proficiency with Excel is a strong plus.
  • Ability to learn and use different software systems, such as a Learning Management System and the library’s Integrated Library System
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain accurate records.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain procedures and provide basic instructions.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
  • Possession of a valid driver’s license.


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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