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POSTING DATE: November 5, 2024
JOB TITLE: Community Connections Assistant, Grade 17
LOCATION: Headquarters Library
DATE AVAILABLE: December 1, 2024
SALARY: $2,305 per month (Includes some benefits)

HOURS: 40 hours per week

Week A & D: Sun OFF; Mon 8:30-5:30; Tues 8:30-5:30; Wed 11:15-8:15; Thurs 8:30-5:30; Fri 8:30-5:30; Sat OFF

Week B: Sun OFF; Mon 8:30-5:30; Tues 8:30-5:45; Wed 11:15-8:15; Thurs 8:30-5:45; Fri OFF Sat 9:15-5:15

Week C: Sun 12:45-5:15; Mon OFF; Tues 8:30-5:45; Wed 11:15-8:15; Thurs 8:30-5:45; Fri 9:15-6:15; Sat OFF

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



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

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Provides superior customer service with information requests, reader’s advisory questions, computers, digital devices, and library equipment.
  • Collaborates with community partners, patrons, and staff to provide relevant, innovative assistance and programs for patrons of the Information Services Department.
  • Assists with processing, shifting, and weeding of the collection when needed; reads shelves to make sure items are in the correct order on the shelf; assists with library book displays; shelves materials when necessary.
  • Handles financial transactions and assists in preparing bank deposits; may submit purchase order requests.
  • Remains aware of safety and security issues and takes appropriate action as needed; roves the department to maintain awareness of patron needs and security.


KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Experience and proficiency with current library technology, including the internet, research databases, productivity software, and communications applications.
  • Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
  • Good time management skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to take direction and work independently or in a team environment.
  • Proven experience in collaborating with others to provide appropriate service and programs for the public.
  • Driver’s license valid in the State of South Carolina with the ability to drive to other libraries.



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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