122 Wallace Ave. Downingtown, PA 19335 * 610-269-2741 *
Library Assistant/PT
We are seeking a friendly, community-oriented, and conscientious person to join the circulation
staff at The Downingtown Library. The Library serves a diverse population of over 50,000
residents in the townships of Caln, East Brandywine, East Caln, Uwchlan and West Bradford, as
well as the Borough of Downingtown. We are a member of the Chester County Library System.
The mission of the Downingtown Library is to ensure that every resident of the greater
Downingtown area has access to exceptional opportunities to read, learn, create, connect and
contribute to a better quality of life.
The Part Time Library Assistant is responsible for performing Circulation procedures to ensure
quality customer service and a smooth, accurate flow of library materials to and from customers,
including following Library and County policies and to maintain the public service image of the
library. This position requires interaction with library customers in a courteous, welcoming, and
professional manner.
Responsibilities:
Provide front line customer service assistance, handling general account issues, complaints,
grievances, delinquent accounts and accounts in collection, process returned and circulating
library materials, troubleshooting library computers, printer, and technology issues, assisting
customers with computer use, and other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Excellent organizational and verbal communications skills, flexibility, genuine enjoyment of the
public, commitment to public service, and the ability to handle stressful situations. The ability to
master basic and specialized online circulation functions, and demonstrate current PC
proficiency including internet, email, and Microsoft Office skills. Previous customer service or
retail experience is preferred.
Physical abilities:
Handle, lift, or move library materials weighing up to 25 lbs.; stand/move at a computer terminal
for up to 4 hours; wheel book trucks weighing up to 125 lbs.; and stand, sit, walk, stoop or reach
within a confined area.
All library positions require the following criminal background and child abuse clearances,
obtained at the prospective employee’s expense:
Position Type: Part-Time / Non-Exempt
Salary and Shift Information: $12.00 per hour, shifts vary and may include nights (until 8PM)
and/or Saturdays (8:45AM-4PM), unless specified by posting
Job Application Submission: Applications are on the Downingtown Library website under
Volunteering & Employment ( Please
submit completed applications to Jasmine Smith, jsmith@ccls.org.
Deadline: Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
...Job Description Job Description We are a fast-growing event marketing and fundraising company that partners with nonprofits, local... ...energy, teamwork, and results, and were looking for passionate, sports-minded individuals who want to launch a career in marketing, promotions...
...distinguished leader in credit management, seeks a dynamic and dedicated Assistant Teacher to join our innovative educational program tailored... ...of educational practices that enhance the learning experiences of children, integrating financial literacy and basic economic...
...ready to roll up their sleeves and help guide and motivate the grocery warehouse team: Stock shelves, coolers, and displays with... ...cleaning supplies and equipment properly. Assist with unloading deliveries and organizing back stock. Take pride in keeping the...
...This is an onsite position; hybrid or remote work is not available. Minimum Requirements... ...Nurse (RN) and Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification, among any other... ...throughout each phase. Progressive Care Unit Responsibilities: Provide direct...
...versed with SEO writing tactics? Do you know how to engage, excite and motivate your audience into taking action? As an SEO-led copywriter, you will have the required skills, ability and work ethic to create polished, high-quality copy on deadline for a wide variety...