Library Aide (Part-Time)

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Dubuque, IA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$27.22–$36.50 Per Hour

SKILLS

Accounting, Administrative Skills, Audiovisual, CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systems, Casinos, Child and Youth Services, Childcare, Community Programs, Compensation and Benefits, Content Structure, Credit Union, Customer Satisfaction, Customer/Client Research, Dental Insurance, Electricity, English Language, Graphic Design, Health Insurance, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Inventory Management, Library Databases, Library and Information Science, Maintenance Services, Manufacturing, Organizational Skills, Policy Implementation, Program Planning, Publishing, Quality Metrics, Retirement Plan, Team Player, Training/Teaching Materials

LOCATION

Dubuque, IA

POSTED

2 days ago

Library Aide (Part-Time)

City of Dubuque

1 Positions

ID: 92340

Posted On 06/14/2026

Job Overview

Position Summary

GENERAL SUMMARY: Under general supervision of the Adult Services Manager, assist the librarians by helping readers in the use of library catalogs, databases, and indexes to locate books and other materials; and by answering questions that require only brief consultation of standard reference; compile bibliographies and pathfinders and maintain exhibits; provide professional level readers' advisory services to the adult and young adult public; participates in collection development; leads or plans programs for adults; and perform other duties as assigned.

Job Duties

Job Duties

Conduct a readers' advisory interview
Recommend titles based on reading levels and interests of ages ten to adult
Provide information and answers to the general public; and public service using proficient skills in electronic resources and print.
Help patrons use library or archival resources.
Maintain inventories of materials, equipment or products; readers' advisory functions; availability of book lists and annotated bibliographies; and library presence on social media sites.
Distribute instructional or library materials.
Plan community programs or activities for the general public.
Organize informational materials.
Develop instructional materials; library or archival databases; pathfinders, read alike materials, book parts, book and best sellers lists and bulletin boards.
Write articles, books or other original materials in area of expertise.
Confer with others to conduct or arrange operational activities; and with youth and adult services departments on shelf arrangements and exhibits.
Operate audiovisual equipment.
Interpret and implement library policies.
Participate in collection development;
Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Reading Comprehension - Reading work-related information.
Oral Expression and Comprehension - Communicating by speaking; and listening and understanding what people say.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Postsecondary certificate;
Readers' advisory experience:
Or equivalent education and experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited school.

Supplemental Information

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This is a part time position with some weekend and evening work required.

Primary Contact

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City of Dubuque Human Resources Department

Human Resources Department, Human Resources Department

563-589-4125

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