Spartanburg County Public Libraries

POSTING DATE: December 6, 2024
JOB TITLE: Cowpens Branch Assistant, Grade 19
LOCATION: Cowpens Library
DATE AVAILABLE: February 1, 2025
SALARY: $2,541 per month (Includes generous benefit package)

HOURS: 40 hours per week

Week A: Monda 9:00AM-6:00PM; Tuesday 11:00AM-8:00PM; Wednesday 9:00AM-6:00PM; Thursday 9:00AM-6:00PM; Friday 9:00AM-6:00PM; Saturday OFF

Week B: Monday OFF; Tuesday 11:00AM-8:00PM; Wednesday 9:00AM-6:00PM; Thursday 9:00AM-6:00PM; Friday 9:00AM-6:00PM; Saturday 9:30AM-4:00PM

(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.

151 South Church Street, Spartanburg, South Carolina 29306-3241, (864)596-3507, www.spartanburglibraries.org
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