Job Opening: Library Assistant, Castleton Public Library (Part-Time)
 
Primary Duties:

• Assisting with marketing, including online calendar entry, social media posting, and the creation of flyers and brochures.
• Preparing, conducting, and assisting with programming for children and adults.
• Preparing library materials for circulation, including cataloging library materials.
• Coordinating and conducting long-term digitization project, including overseeing project volunteers.
• Assisting with collection management, including inventory, weeding, and ordering.
• Providing basic reference service and basic technology training to library patrons, including assistance with public computers.

 
Minimum Qualifications:

1. Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree; or
2. Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an Associate’s Degree and two (2) years of library experience.

 
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in an automated library environment.
 
Pay Rate:  $21.50 per hour.
 
Schedule: 15 hours per week. Position will include some evening and weekend hours.  
 
How to Apply:
Send a letter of interest and resume by email to [email protected], or drop off at Castleton Public Library, 85 S. Main Street, Castleton, NY 12033, Attn: Melissa Tacke. Applications must be received by Sunday, March 2.
 
Rensselaer County Civil Service Commission Official Job Specifications:
Library Assistant
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:  The work involves the responsibility for learning and performing various library functions and services at a para-professional level in a Public Library.  The work is performed under the general supervision of the Librarian or Library Director with latitude to operate independently within the range of prescribed responsibilities.  Supervision may be exercised over clerical staff.  A Library Assistant also does related work as required.
EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative only)
Conducts public programming for both children and adults;
Suggests titles for purchase or discard in a subject area;
Notifies and discusses with patrons overdue, lost or damaged materials;
Answers reference questions for library users and staff;
Instructs public in proper use of library resources;
May provide reference and readers’ advisory services;
Works at the circulation desk;
May conduct tours, book talks, multi-media programs, story and picture book hours;
Locates library material for patrons and staff;
May prepare library exhibits and displays;
Processes and prepares library materials for use;
May perform cataloging of library materials;
May train and supervise clerical and volunteer personnel;
May compile bibliographies;
May perform on-line computer searches.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:  Working knowledge of modern library service principles, practices and procedures; working knowledge of library materials, including on-line data base systems; ability to express ideas clearly and accurately both orally and in writing; ability to direct the work of others; ability to read and comprehend written material; ability to carry out assignments independently; ability to get along well with others; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.  
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 
(a)        Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree; or
(b)        Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an Associate’s Degree and two (2) years of library experience
ADOPTED: MARCH 25, 1992, CSC Mtg.

​Job Opening: Library Aide, Castleton Public Library (Part-Time)
 
The Castleton Public Library is seeking a part-time Library Aide. Weekly schedule generally includes two five-hour shifts on Saturdays and Sundays. 
 
Routine Duties: 
Helping customers at the front desk, shelving library materials, operating the copier and fax machine, performing routine clerical tasks, assisting with program preparation, and answering the telephone. Full civil service position description is below. 
 
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate has strong customer service skills, is detail-oriented, and can efficiently use a computer for work tasks. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Prior library experience is preferred, but not required.
 
Pay Rate: 
$16.50 per hour. 
 
Schedule:
The hours for the position are generally as follows:
Saturdays, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sundays, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
 
 
How to Apply: 
Send a letter of interest, along with a Rensselaer County employment application (available here), by email to [email protected], or by mail to Castleton Public Library, 85 S. Main Street, Castleton, NY 12033, Attn: Melissa Tacke. Applications must be received by Monday, November 4.
 
Rensselaer County Civil Service Commission Official Job Specifications:
Library Aide
Distinguishing Features of the Class: This position involves performing the duties of charging and discharging materials and related circulation duties at the circulation desk. Additionally, incumbents sort and reshelve library materials as necessary. Performance of related routine clerical tasks may be required. This work requires no prior knowledge of library work as employees are trained on the job. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Library Director, Librarian, or higher-level library employee. Does related work as required.
Examples of Work:
Charges and discharges library materials;
Sorts and reshelves books and library materials; 
Logs in and processes all periodicals and prepares current magazines for shelving, maintains back number stacks and routing; 
Maintains files of vertical file material and publisher's catalogs; 
Maintains use and acquisition statistics; 
Responds to routine questions regarding library rules, hours of operation and location of materials; 
Responds to requests from library patrons to assist with research, interlibrary requests and the use of computers and audio-visual equipment; 
Typing, filing, and data searches as requested by higher level Library Employee; 
Assists in periodic inventory of library materials and AV equipment; 
Maintains inventory of supplies and suggests items for acquisition; 
Assists in preparation of lists of missing books and books to be discarded;
Oversees the general condition and appeal of the library and its displays;
Performs related routine clerical tasks, including changing books, filing cards, writing and forwarding of over-due notices.
Full Performance Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics: Ability to acquire a working knowledge of library rules and procedures; ability to understand and carry out written and oral directions; ability to deal in a personable and friendly manner with library patrons; accuracy; tact and courtesy; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from high school or possession of high school equivalency diploma.
ADOPTED: March 25, 1992. CSC MTG. REVISED: March 18, 2004. CSC MTG.