Northeast Ohio Regional Library System

Law Library Assistant

Classified Ad Title:
Law Library Assistant

Post Date
1/3/2022

Expiration Date
2/3/2022

Details:
The Library Assistant works independently to perform the duties listed below. These duties require a great deal of attention to detail and initiative to resolve problems. The Library Assistant is the important first contact for attorneys and members of the public who use the law library, and assists them in locating the information they are seeking. The responsibilities of the Library Assistant are not limited to those listed here and may include other tasks as assigned by the Director. The Library Assistant reports to the Director. In addition, this position is authorized by and under the control of the Stark County Law Library Resources Board.
Must be able to answer questions indicating which library resources are most appropriate and must be able to perform advanced searches using library databases and online catalog.
Circulation duties include checking out items to users, maintaining user records and statistics, and answering the telephone.
Checks-in and files print updates and maintains all serial check-in records in the online catalog.
Assists in maintaining the library website and online catalog, and creating research guides.
Works with other library employees to promote library services through websites, social media sites, and print publications.
While work is primarily sedentary, must be able to lift heavy books and boxes occasionally.

Qualifications: Experience working in a library is highly preferred and experience working in a legal environment is preferred. Some experience with social media and web site content management is preferred. High school completion required, college graduate preferred.

Anticipated Hours: Will work approximately 20 hours per week between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday.

Rate of pay: $14.00-$18.00/hr.

Benefits include membership in the Public Employees Retirement System, paid vacation, paid sick leave, and an excellent work environment.

Applications received by January 23rd, 2022 will receive first consideration.

Submit cover letter and resume to:
Kendel Croston, Director
krcroston@starkcountyohio.gov

Contact:
Kendel Croston

Home Phone:
3304517380

Work Phone:
3304517380

Email:
krcroston@starkcountyohio.gov

Website:
https://starkcountyohio.gov/government/legal___judicial/law_library/