POSITION: Circulation Assistant

LOCATION:
Beverly J. Brown (Byram) Library
7395 South Siwell Road
Jackson, Mississippi 39272

QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or GED (some college desired).  Position requires prior comparable work experience and computer skills; ability to effectively work with library patrons and staff; basic knowledge of library use and procedures preferred. Work requires standing for extended periods of time, stooping and bending.

DUTIES:
Work involves responsibility for routine circulation and clerical functions using automated circulation system. Performs branch circulation duties including charging books in and out, data inputting, and answering telephone, provides assistance to patrons with routine informational services; general clerical duties as assigned by the Branch Supervisor.

HOURS:
40 hours per week, scheduled within the library hours of operation (10:00 am – 7:00 pm, Monday – Thursday; 10:00 am – 6:00 pm Friday; 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Saturday).  Also scheduled several times per year at the Eudora Welty Library (1:00 pm – 5:00 pm Sunday).

COMPENSATION:
$15,080.00 annual salary; excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance; State of Mississippi retirement plan.

AVAILABILITY: Immediate

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER