Part-Time Circulation Assistant, Madison Branch

Part-Time Circulation Assistant, Madison Branch

Location: 994 Madison Avenue, Madison, MS 39110

Duties and responsibilities include the following but are not limited to:

• Works under the supervision of the Branch Manager.
• Performs all duties of the circulation desk including, but not limited to registering patrons, issuing cards, and updating records, checking materials in and out using the automated system, collecting monies, using the cash register, answering telephones, providing routine information or referring and transferring calls, calling patrons regarding in‑house holds, book repair, etc.
• Provides research assistance and reference and readers’ advisory services to the public.
• Assists patrons with computer activities, such as basic level word processing, email tasks, and searches.
• Responds promptly and courteously to resolve patron complaints.
• Refers patrons, whose complaints cannot be resolved, to the branch manager.
• Assists with shelf reading, shelving materials, weeding and shifting collection as needed and assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Branch Manager.

Performance of the essential duties of this position includes the following physical demands and/or working conditions:
While performing normal duties, employees may be required to sit or stand for longer periods of time and/or move from one area of the library to another. The employee may be required to climb ladders or step stools, stoop, bend, kneel, reach, push or pull loaded book carts, lift and carry stacks of books, or move boxes of materials of considerable weight from one location to another.

The employee may be required to lift up to 35 pounds. The employee should have sufficient vision and hand/eye coordination to perform repetitive movements and job duties. Tasks require visual perception and oral communications ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum of high school diploma. Undergraduate degree and previous library experience preferred; customer‑service and computer experience required. Must have great interpersonal communication skills and enjoy working with people, as this job requires a high level of interaction with the public. An ability to multi‑task and prioritize while exceeding the needs of our patrons is also desired.

This is a part‑time, non‑exempt position. Works every Saturday from 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. and can be scheduled additional hours during the week to fill in for full‑time staff. Vacation Leave/Sick Leave as needed. (Maximum of 16 hours total each week)

Submit resume, cover letter and employment application online by clicking here, or by emailing your resume, cover letter and employment application to MCLS Director Tammie Terry at tterry

MADISON COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Posted:
January 6, 2026. Final date to receive applications:
Open until filled.