Circulation Assistant (Part Time)

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

HOURS & SALARY: Part-time, 20 hours per week, with a hiring range of $14.89 – $18.61 per hour depending on experience.

Working at Laramie County Library System means being part of an organization dedicated to providing exceptional library service and strengthening the community it serves. Driven by a clear mission to Ignite curiosity. Fuel imagination. Connect community. , Laramie County Library System welcomes nearly 385,000 visitors each year across its Cheyenne library, two branch libraries, and a mobile library. Through innovative services, lifelong learning opportunities, and meaningful community connections, the Library plays a vital role in enriching the lives of people throughout Laramie County.

JOB SUMMARY

Love helping people and making a difference in your community? Join our team as a Circulation Assistant! You'll be the friendly face that welcomes patrons, helps them discover books and resources, supports library technology, and keeps our collections moving. Every day brings new opportunities to connect with people, solve problems, and create a positive library experience. If you're customer-focused, enjoy a fast-paced environment, and want meaningful work, we'd love to have you on our team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide front-line customer service to patrons in person and by phone, assisting with library accounts, materials, questions, general needs and directions.

2. Perform circulation and materials handling functions including check-in and check-out, shelving, processing daily notifications to the public, and maintaining collections.

3. Assist patrons with library technology and equipment, including public computers, self-check kiosks, copiers, and meeting room audiovisual equipment.

4. Support access to collections through readers’ advisory, basic reference assistance, pulling materials for branches, and maintaining first-floor readiness.

5. Protect patron confidentiality, and complete other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

· High school diploma or equivalent.

· Six months of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

· Working knowledge of common computer software and library systems.

· Strong customer service and communication skills.

· Ability to work independently with attention to detail and good task prioritization.

· Accurate data entry and filing skills.

· Ability to use sound judgment and follow established procedures.

SELECTION PROCESS

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply by completing an Application for Employment (available at and submitting a resume. The application is open until filled .

WORK SCHEDULE

Work schedules are predominantly office hours but will also include evenings and weekends. Employees must be available to work anytime the library is open.

PART-TIME BENEFITS INCLUDE

· Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid sick leave

· Paid holidays and a paid personal day each year

· 10% weekend pay differential

· Paid parental, grandparent, and bereavement leave

· Professional development and tuition reimbursement

· Cafeteria benefit options

PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

This position requires moving moderately heavy materials such as carts, boxes, files, and library materials, and standing or walking for extended periods.

QUESTIONS

For questions about this position, contact Andrew Coe, Manager at View email address on ziprecruiter.com or View phone number on ziprecruiter.com.

LCLS is an equal opportunity employer. We support and adhere to the tenets of the Americans with Disabilities Act. LCLS is an at-will employer. LCLS provides a drug-free workplace for its employees in accordance with the requirements of the US Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988. Hiring is contingent on a post-offer criminal history background check. LCLS participates in E-Verify.