Grundy Workforce Job Board Services: Submission #4087

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Company Name: Morris Area Public Library









Address:
604 Liberty St
Morris, Illinois. 60450










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Contact Title (Optional): Patron Services Manager









Contact Name (Optional): Cari Shelton









Contact Email (Optional): cshelton@morrislibrary.com









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Job Details
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Job Title: Patron Services Associate









Job Location: Morris Area Library









Over 18 Required: Yes









Employment Type: Part Time









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Rate: $14.25- $15.25 Hourly









Number of Positions: 1









Please Have Applicant: Email Resume/Cover Letter, Apply in Person, Apply Online









Job Description:
SUMMARY:  
  We are excited to be adding creative staff as we embrace and enhance the charm of Morris, Illinois.  Are you looking for a creative environment of support and sharing, where you can make a difference? 

   We are looking for a part time Patron Services Associate to empower our patrons through a love of books, community, and exciting new programs. We need positive, engaging team members who are eager to assist with projects and programs within the library, as well as in our community.  If you are looking for growth and flexibility, this may be the perfect opportunity for you to  reach that goal, we invite you to join our friendly staff to meet the varying needs of our patrons!


PERKS: 
Paid Time Off
Paid Sick Time 
Continuing education opportunities 
Paid holidays throughout the year


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 
The following duties and responsibilities are not all inclusive.  Other duties may be assigned.
Rove the library to support patrons, provide assistance, and maintain collections and public areas
Assist patrons in finding and using library resources, including reference materials, computers, public access catalog, reference databases, and electronic resources
Support all patrons with first level technology assistance
Use creativity to develop informative, engaging, and entertaining programs for patrons of any age
Encourage, invite, and welcome patrons to our amazing library
Perform daily library circulation operations with a positive attitude
Uphold the patron's rights embodied in the First Amendment of the Constitution of the United States, the Bill of Rights and ALA confidentiality standards
Uphold copyright and anti-discrimination and bias-free laws and regulations
Support coworkers as part of a growing team
Participate in the engaging design and maintenance of displays
Provide readers' advisory services to all age levels














Job Requirements:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.


 Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Engaging attitude focused on supporting an amazing team
Desire to empower patrons and coworkers as we explore the library
Create engaging programs and displays throughout the library
Effective communication skills
Ability to research reference questions and serve the informational needs of patrons
Creative problem solving to help patrons with all aspects of circulation services
Ability to follow library policies and procedures
Ability to work with, maintain and troubleshoot problems with library equipment including computers, photocopiers, and audiovisual equipment.
Ability to stand for extended periods of time
Ability to repetitively lift up to 50lb 











Lifting Requirements - 25+ lbs (unassisted): Yes









Lifting Requirements - 50+ lbs (unassisted): Yes









List Job Until: 05/31/2024























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