Durham County Government
OFFICE ASSISTANT (CIRCULATION), 53% - STANFORD L. WARREN BRANCH L...
Durham County Government - Durham, NC, United States, 27703
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Durham County Government is home to over 2,000 dedicated professionals working together to deliver essential services that strengthen and support our vibrant, diverse community. As the heart of a fast-growing region, we offer meaningful careers across a wide range of fields—giving you the opportunity to make a real impact where you live, work, grow, and play. Learn more at www.dconc.gov.
Department
Library
Date Posted
August 19, 2025
Closing Date
August 25, 2025
Hiring Range
$19.22 - $19.75
Position Number
40001770
Job Type
Part-Time, 19.88 hrs/week
Non-Exempt
General Description
This position is eligible for pro-rated benefits.
Provide customer service support at the Adult and Children’s desks at the Stanford L. Warren Branch Library. Work is performed under the supervision of the Stanford L. Warren Branch Manager. Although position is based at the Stanford L. Warren Branch Library, may be asked to work at other locations. Must be available to work nights and weekends.
Duties And Responsibilities
Graduation from high school and demonstrated possession of knowledge, skills and abilities gained through at least one year of office assistant/secretarial experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Durham County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires Durham County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Durham County Government is home to over 2,000 dedicated professionals working together to deliver essential services that strengthen and support our vibrant, diverse community. As the heart of a fast-growing region, we offer meaningful careers across a wide range of fields—giving you the opportunity to make a real impact where you live, work, grow, and play. Learn more at www.dconc.gov.
Department
Library
Date Posted
August 19, 2025
Closing Date
August 25, 2025
Hiring Range
$19.22 - $19.75
Position Number
40001770
Job Type
Part-Time, 19.88 hrs/week
Non-Exempt
General Description
This position is eligible for pro-rated benefits.
Provide customer service support at the Adult and Children’s desks at the Stanford L. Warren Branch Library. Work is performed under the supervision of the Stanford L. Warren Branch Manager. Although position is based at the Stanford L. Warren Branch Library, may be asked to work at other locations. Must be available to work nights and weekends.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Check materials in and out
- Answer questions and/or route patron inquiries
- Register customers for library cards
- Generate various reports using library’s software programs
- Provide excellent internal and external customer service in a team-based environment
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Should possess excellent customer service skills.
- Basic computer skills.
- Functional skills.
- Physical strength of push fully loaded book carts and lift moderate weights.
- Ability to work pleasantly and effectively with people of all ages.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with staff and customers.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Graduation from high school and demonstrated possession of knowledge, skills and abilities gained through at least one year of office assistant/secretarial experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to speak Spanish preferred
- Currently enrolled in Library school
Durham County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires Durham County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management. #J-18808-Ljbffr