Church Library Assistant Job Description

Job Overview

We are looking for a dedicated Library Assistant to help at the Library. If you like good Christian books and you’re dedicated to work in a Christian Library, send your application in the form below

Key duties and responsibilities for the Library Assistant

• Assist library visitors in finding what they need
• Checking materials in and out and cataloging new items
• Maintain the circulation system by keeping records of issues, returns and overdue materials
• Maintain library database on the library system by registration of new items
• Accurately shelve books when patrons return them and help process new material
• Maintain and repair books
• Organize IT access and solving user problems
• Manage counter and email enquiries
• Ensure copyright license agreements are followed
• Create library displays, selecting and arranging material as required
• Keep the library open in cooperation with the head librarian
• Other duties as required

Qualifications for Library Assistant

• A committed Christian with demonstrated faith in Jesus Christ and active involvement in a previous Church and/or at IBC
• Desirable long-term availability
• Previous experience is a plus
• Well-developed keyboard skills and knowledge of office practices and procedures
• Willingness to learn library management procedures
• Ability to work effectively together
• Outstanding organizational and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and good problem-solving ability
• Relative oral and written communication skills
• A sense of humor

Organisational relationships

• Responsible to: Pastor, Head Librarian, Elders, Board
• Key Internal Relationships: Pastor, Elders, Members of the Board, Deacons, Group Leaders, Church members, Visitors


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