Bookmobile/Outreach Library Aide  

Job Summary

The Bookmobile/Outreach Library Aide is a fixed-term, temporary position with potential for renewal. Library Aide will be responsible for assisting with library collection maintenance (shelving and shelf reading) and provision of library services to patrons throughout Coosa, Elmore, Lee and Tallapoosa counties via the bookmobile and outreach vehicle. Library service to patrons includes the delivery of library materials to community stops, patrons’ residences, and/or public libraries. Additional duties include representing the Regional Library at outreach events (e.g., local festivals and parades) throughout the region.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Collection Development & Maintenance (50%) – Shelves library materials, as needed, ensuring proper shelf organization is maintained.

• Transportation & Delivery of Library Materials (35%) – Drives bookmobile or outreach vehicle to deliver materials to community stops (e.g., nursing homes and daycare centers), patrons’ residences and public libraries.

• Circulation (15%) – Checks library materials in and out via integrated library system software on computer and/or laptop. Creates and/or updates patron records, as needed.

Qualifications

Required

• 25 years of age (or older).

• Valid Alabama driver’s license in good standing (CDL not required).

• Acceptable background check, drug screening and driving record.

• Willing to drive in a variety of driving conditions such as adverse weather and on poorly designed/maintained roads within Coosa, Elmore, Lee and Tallapoosa counties.

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

• Ability to effectively communicate with patrons and library staff members.

• Ability to utilize computer and/or laptop to effectively perform circulation duties.

Preferred

• One or more years of public library (or equivalent) experience.

• High school graduate or equivalent (GED).

• Competency in utilization of Microsoft Office software.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to independently operate both bookmobile and outreach vehicle for purposes of delivering library materials. Sitting for extended periods of time is typically required when driving within Coosa, Elmore, Lee and Tallapoosa counties.

• Ability to move up to 30 lbs repeatedly for the purposes of delivering library materials.

• Ability to communicate with patrons and library staff members.

Compensation & Benefits

• 10+ hours per week

• $13.52 per hour

• Flexible scheduling (Saturday and evening shifts as needed)

How to Apply

Submit employment application (see attached) in person, by email (sbgodsy@horseshoebendlibrary.org), mail to the following address or complete application on Indeed:

         ATTN: Samantha Brasher Godsy

Horseshoe Bend Regional Library

         207 N West St

         Dadeville, AL 36853

Resume and list of reference is recommended, but not required. Questions? Email (see above) or call (256-825-9232).

Position will remain open until filled.