We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Library Assistant to join our team at the Dothan Houston County Library. As a Library Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the daily operations of our library, providing excellent customer service, and assisting with various tasks related to library materials, services, and programs.

• Perform circulation desk procedures, including checking in and out materials, pulling holds, collecting bookdrops, and managing patron accounts.
• Demonstrate positive customer service skills and assist users with library materials and services in person or over the phone.
• Execute opening and closing procedures, including processing financial transactions such as fines, fees, and services.
• Assist in locating, renewing, and reserving library materials and services, and instruct users in their use.
• Shelve, shelf-read, and straighten library materials, and answer informational and directional questions.
• Facilitate public computer use and provide basic technology support.
• Assist with the operation and use of all library media, technology, and equipment, including non-traditional library materials.
• Register, assist, plan, and present programs and events for all ages.
• Identify items for Technical Services, including adding, mending, or discarding materials.
• Create attractive library displays.

• High school graduate or equivalent, and preferably two years of experience in a related work environment.
• Ability to learn and master existing and new technologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to read and understand English.
• Ability to work nights and weekends, and to lift up to 50 pounds.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.