Library Associate -- Pioneer Library System -- Shawnee, OK

Location
Oklahoma

POSITION OPEN

PIONEER LIBRARY SYSTEM

LIBRARY ASSOCIATE

SHAWNEE PUBLIC LIBRARY

101 NORTH PHILADELPHIA

SHAWNEE, OKLAHOMA 74801

405-801-4506

POSITION: Library Associate

BEGINNING SALARY: Grade 8, Base ($38,304/yr)

WORKING CONDITIONS: Full time position, 40 hrs/wk. Must be available to work a flexible schedule which includes 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 21, 2025

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs high-level customer service to Pioneer Library System customers including children’s services, reference, reader’s advisory, children’s programming and outreach; has working knowledge in the operation of computers and standard office software products. Works under the direction of the Children’s Services Manager; 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 21, 2025.   Résumé alone is not sufficient; completed application form is required.  To apply for this position visit www.pioneerlibrarysystem.org – click About, Careers link 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 hr@pioneerlibrarysystem.org.