Library Assistant I

The Mason City Public Library is accepting applications for a full-time Library Assistant I. This position will perform a variety of routine and complex clerical work, and assist with programming in the operation of public services.

Shift Hours: Monday - Friday, with some evening shifts each week and every other Saturday. 

Duties/Responsibilities

• Works in assigned area of library operations to achieve goals within available resources.
• Circulates library materials: check out, check in, place holds, collect fines and fees.
• Checks in serials, places new serials for public use.
• Enters and checks patrons into patron database; annual weeds patron files.
• Helps library users understand and use the library’s automated catalog.
• Works regularly scheduled hours at the Circulation Desk.
• Provides advisory services to patrons.
• Processes overdue notices and mails notices.
• Maintains materials storage areas.
• Shelves and shelf reads library materials.
• Assists with programming.
• Assists staff in the performance of their duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Graduation from a college or university with a bachelor's degree in liberal arts.
• Two years of progressively responsible experience in library operations, or
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to keep accurate records. Working knowledge of the library’s collection. Working knowledge of library systems, working knowledge of library policies and procedures.
• Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment.
• Ability to prepare a variety of reports and records; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, employees, supervisors, other departments and agencies and the public.

Applications accepted until 4:30pm on July 10, 2024

Equal Opportunity Employer