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  TITLE:   Children’s Library Assistant   

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:  Performs a variety of library functions under the supervision of the Youth Services Librarian & Assistant Supervisor.  May supervise shelvers and student clerks. Does related work as required. This is a part time (20 hour) position; Monday-Friday 10-2, but must be willing to help evenings and Saturdays as needed.

 

 

EXAMPLES OF WORK:  (Illustrative only)

  • Performs automated circulation functions including checkout, check in, and renewal of materials

  • Shelves library materials

  • Receive and direct phone calls

  • Assists patrons with selection of library materials and reader’s advisory

  • Assists patrons using the photocopier machine

  • Assists with creating and promoting library services and events

  • Assists with decorating the departments (Youth and YA), creating book displays, and coming up with passive programs on a monthly basis in collaboration with staff

  • Other associated duties as assigned

 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  

Aptitude for library work; good understanding of basic aims and services of libraries; Understanding of business and library ethics with relation to sensitive information; initiative; resourcefulness; good judgment; orderliness; accuracy; tact; adaptability; ability to get along with others; compassionate; courteous; displays leadership qualities; ability to make decisions; creativity; ability to communicate pleasantly and effectively with library staff and general public, especially children and young adults. Regular attendance and punctuality is essential.

 

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  1. High school diploma 

  2. Knowledge of current technology (use of Google Workspace)

  3. Continued education preferred

  4. Some evening and weekend work required

  5. Kansas driver's license required

  6. Meeting physical demands of the position

  7. Able to pass a background check 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF POSITION:

  1. Lifts and carries up to 50 lbs.

  2. Pushes up to 60 lbs. of books on carts

  3. Sitting, standing, walking, climbing, and stooping

  4. Bending, twisting, and reaching

  5. Talking and hearing

  6. Handling, processing, picking up, and shelving of books and materials

  7. Keyboarding, writing, organizing

 

EQUIPMENT USED:

 Computer, cash register, telephone, fax machine, photocopier, scanner, DVD player, HDMI TV, Bluetooth speaker, tablet, iPad, and other equipment used in the department

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This position operates mainly indoors in an office setting and in direct customer service situations. There will be some travel required and some work outdoors at programs and events. This is a fully on-site position.

 

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time without notice and may include other duties as assigned. The Hutchinson Public Library provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

11/3/25



  TITLE:   Children’s Library Assistant   

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:  Performs a variety of library functions under the supervision of the Youth Services Librarian & Assistant Supervisor.  May supervise shelvers and student clerks. Does related work as required. This is a part time (20 hour) position; Monday-Friday 10-2, but must be willing to help evenings and Saturdays as needed.

 

 

EXAMPLES OF WORK:  (Illustrative only)

  • Performs automated circulation functions including checkout, check in, and renewal of materials

  • Shelves library materials

  • Receive and direct phone calls

  • Assists patrons with selection of library materials and reader’s advisory

  • Assists patrons using the photocopier machine

  • Assists with creating and promoting library services and events

  • Assists with decorating the departments (Youth and YA), creating book displays, and coming up with passive programs on a monthly basis in collaboration with staff

  • Other associated duties as assigned

 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  

Aptitude for library work; good understanding of basic aims and services of libraries; Understanding of business and library ethics with relation to sensitive information; initiative; resourcefulness; good judgment; orderliness; accuracy; tact; adaptability; ability to get along with others; compassionate; courteous; displays leadership qualities; ability to make decisions; creativity; ability to communicate pleasantly and effectively with library staff and general public, especially children and young adults. Regular attendance and punctuality is essential.

 

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  1. High school diploma 

  2. Knowledge of current technology (use of Google Workspace)

  3. Continued education preferred

  4. Some evening and weekend work required

  5. Kansas driver's license required

  6. Meeting physical demands of the position

  7. Able to pass a background check 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF POSITION:

  1. Lifts and carries up to 50 lbs.

  2. Pushes up to 60 lbs. of books on carts

  3. Sitting, standing, walking, climbing, and stooping

  4. Bending, twisting, and reaching

  5. Talking and hearing

  6. Handling, processing, picking up, and shelving of books and materials

  7. Keyboarding, writing, organizing

 

EQUIPMENT USED:

 Computer, cash register, telephone, fax machine, photocopier, scanner, DVD player, HDMI TV, Bluetooth speaker, tablet, iPad, and other equipment used in the department

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This position operates mainly indoors in an office setting and in direct customer service situations. There will be some travel required and some work outdoors at programs and events. This is a fully on-site position.

 

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time without notice and may include other duties as assigned. The Hutchinson Public Library provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

11/3/25

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