Application Information

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Job Postings:

Join Our Team: Circulation & Programming Assistant

Location: Ericson Public Library – Boone, Iowa

Position Type: Full-Time

Starting Salary: $32,000-$35,000 annually, depending on qualifications

Reports To: Library Director

Are you passionate about community engagement and customer service? The Ericson Public Library is seeking a dedicated, organized, and welcoming
Circulation & Programming Assistant to join our team in serving the Boone community.

About the Role

As a Circulation & Programming Assistant, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional service at our Children’s circulation desk, supporting community outreach and events, and maintaining the physical health of our collections. This position works closely with library staff, patrons, and volunteers in a dynamic, community-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

Patron Services & Circulation

  • Greet visitors and provide friendly, helpful service in person, over the phone, and via email.
  • Process check-ins, check-outs, new library cards, and patron account updates.
  • Assist patrons with catalog searches, basic technology troubleshooting, printing, and digital resources.
  • Offer readers' advisory and help patrons locate materials suited to their needs.
  • Inform patrons of library policies, resolve minor concerns, and maintain confidentiality.

Programming & Outreach Support

  • Assist the Program and Outreach Librarian in planning, scheduling, and running recurring and special events for youth, families, and adults.
  • Set up and break down event spaces (arrange seating, prepare craft materials, test audiovisual equipment).
  • Draft promotional flyers, social media content, and newsletter announcements for upcoming events.
  • Collect attendance numbers and feedback to evaluate event success.

Collection Maintenance & Care

  • Perform minor repairs on damaged books and non-print materials (e.g., mending torn pages, repairing bindings and covers, replacing book jackets).
  • Shelve books and materials according to the Dewey Decimal System; maintain general library appearance.
  • Assist with collection selection and monitoring supplies under the direction of leadership.

Teamwork & Operations

  • Delegate tasks and provide day-to-day guidance to Library Assistants, Pages, and volunteers.
  • Participate in library marketing and technology updates.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Education: High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Experience: Background in customer service required; prior library experience recommended.
  • Technical Skills: Familiarity with Microsoft Windows, library automation systems, basic office equipment, and digital resources.
  • Core Competencies: Strong oral and written communication skills, organizational abilities, conflict resolution, and basic record-keeping/cash handling.
  • Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for extended periods, move throughout the library, and reach, lift, or carry items weighing up to 20 pounds.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume to Jamie Williams, jwilliams@boone.lib.i,a.us or drop off your application directly at the Ericson Public Library circulation desk. Position open until filled.

Ericson Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

JOB OPENING: Library Page

Position Overview:

The Library Page is responsible for modeling excellent customer service to all staff and customers by providing correct arrangement of library materials in the library. There are a designated maximum number of hours per budget year available for the Library Page to work and schedules are determined and adjusted based on library needs. This is a part-time non-exempt position with an hourly pay rate of $7.25 per hour.

 

Expectations:

• Supports, promotes, implements, and makes decisions based on established Library policies, guidelines, and programs

• Contributes positively to the efforts of supervisors and peers

• Establishes and maintains supportive working relationships with internal and external customers

 

Essential Job Functions:

• Shelves library materials correctly and efficiently

• Straightens and shifts library materials to ensure adequate space and a neat appearance

• Empties book drop

• Contributes to general neatness of the library

• Ensures that library materials are in correct order

• Pulls materials from lists provided by Library staff

• Assists Library staff with Library programs and events, including rearranging furniture

• Interacts with Library customers in a friendly and helpful manner

• Reports safety and security issues to management

• Provides flexibility of schedule, including availability to work evenings and weekends.

 

Required Skills:

• Exhibits ability to work with alphabetical and Dewey Decimal systems

• Exhibits self-motivation with the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and manage changing priorities

• Demonstrates excellent organizational and planning skills with ability to perform multiple tasks concurrently

• Models excellent customer service attitude and delivery

• Demonstrates proven computer literacy with adequate keyboarding skills

• Uses effective verbal, written, and discreet communication with management, coworkers, and the public

 

QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be 14 years of age or older to apply.

APPLY: Employment applications can be picked up at any Ericson Public Library desk or found online at: https://www.boonegov.com/egov/apps/document/center.egov?view=item&id=957 .

 

DEADLINE: Open until filled.  Position will begin ASAP

 

 

 

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