Library Assistant -- Pioneer Library System -- Norman, OK

Location
Oklahoma

POSITION OPEN

LIBRARY ASSISTANT

NORMAN PUBLIC LIBRARY WEST

300 NORMAN CENTER COURT

NORMAN, OK  73072

405-801-4506

POSITION: Library Assistant

BEGINNING SALARY: Grade 7, Base ($16.66/hr)

WORKING CONDITIONS: Part-time, hourly position. Hours will vary weekly based on Branch/Department demand. Must be available to work a flexible schedule which will include evenings and weekends, in addition up to two weeks of “Mandatory New Hire Orientation & Training” located at the Administrative Offices in Norman.

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED: April 03 through April 14, 2025

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provides high-level customer service by assisting customers in the use of Pioneer Library System’s resources; works under the direction of the Norman Public Library West Branch Manager.   Provides timely and accurate information; answers customer questions; has working knowledge in the operation of computers and standard office software products; performs other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

1.    Education and/or experience:

  1. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university;
  2. Three years relevant experience;
  3. Equivalent combination of technical training, education and/or experience may be considered;
  4. Valid driver’s license.

2.    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  1. Understands and performs basic functions and tasks of common software programs and email applications;
  2. Uses and helps others use basic computer hardware;
  3. Thorough knowledge of library circulation practices and procedures, children’s books, child development and education techniques as well as reader’s advisory and reference services and functions;
  4. Demonstrated ability in working with children and children’s programming;
  5. Skills in working with public, public speaking and conducting/assisting with story times and other library programs;
  6. Strong skills in written and spoken business communications;
  7. Ability to gain thorough knowledge of Pioneer Library System policies and procedures;
  8. Working knowledge in the operation of computers and office machines, and standard office software products, electronic resources, internet and database retrieval;
  9. Lift up to 25 lbs; ability to retrieve and replace items from floor level to at least 5 ½ feet in height;
  10. Work a flexible schedule which may include evenings and weekends.

APPLICATIONS:

Applications accepted April 03 through April 14, 2025. Résumé alone is not sufficient; completed online application form is required.  To apply for this position visit www.pioneerlibrarysystem.org –  click About, Careers at top of page.

Pioneer Library System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All employees and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious belief, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information or any other category protected by the law.

Pioneer Library System will make all reasonable accommodations in the application and employment processes.  If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact Elissa Fox at 405-801-4506, or by email, hr@pioneerlibrarysystem.org.