Ames Public Library Job Openings
Today is 3/16/2010
Circulation Assistant
Circulation Department
Your application will be considered as openings become available. Only applicants available for year-round employment will be considered.
Schedule: 8-12 hours per week, including some evenings and weekends
Starting wage: $7.69 per hour
Start Date: Applications are taken year round and held on file for six months.
Duties include the following:
- Perform full range of Circulation Desk procedures (e.g. checking in, inspecting, checking out, processing holds)
- Answer customer questions related to polices and procedures
- Assist customers in the use of library services, facilities and equipment
- Preparing materials to return to shelves
- Re-shelving materials
- Emptying drop box returns
- Picking up materials around the Library
- Additional duties as assigned
Skills and Abilities:
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Knowledge of the Dewey Decimal system
- Ability to work at a brisk pace
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Ability to adapt to change
- Commitment to innovation and continuous improvement
Working Conditions:
- Work in a library setting directly with the public
- Sustained posture in a standing, seated or walking position for prolonged periods of time
- Perform bending, lifting, and pushing
- Perform repetitive hand and arm motions for prolonged periods of time
- Exposure to computer screens for prolonged periods of time
Application Procedure: All applicants must submit a completed City of Ames Employment Application, cover letter, and three references to be considered for the position. Please e-mail the application to
nvoltmer@amespubliclibrary.org. For more information, you may contact Nancy Voltmer at nvoltmer@amespubliclibrary.org or call (515) 239-5646.
Ames Public Library is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.