Communication Skills, Employee Relations, Establish Priorities, Interlibrary Loans, Library and Information Science, Lift/Move 20 Pounds, Materials Management, Online Courses, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Management, Quality Management, Technical Support, Time Management, University/School Policies, Vehicle Driving, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Writing Skills
Library Assistant
Date: May 2026
Grade: 11
Salary Range: $16.22-$19.63
Position Type: Full Time
Position Status: Hourly/Non-Exempt
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Location: Arkansas City Main Campus - Arkansas City, KS
Department: Library Services
Reports To: Director of Library Services
Job Summary:
The Library Services Assistant position assists the Director of Library Services with all operations of the Library.
Essential Functions:
- Supervise the library and student assistants in the absence of the Director of Library Services.
- Provide assistance to individuals and groups in locating and utilizing library materials, online resources and library equipment.
- Assist in the circulation of library materials.
- Provide routine receptionist, correspondence, clerical and recordkeeping services for the Director of Library Services.
- Catalog and process materials for the library.
- Assist in the inventory of all library materials and equipment.
- Manage overdue process (reports and notifications).
- Assist with make-up testing, monitoring testing, managing test materials, and all other testing issues.
- Assist students with general online course assistance and general technical assistance.
- Assist with managing inter-library loan transactions and records.
- Maintain courteous, professional and effective working relationships with employees, vendors and/or any other representatives of external organization.
- Comply with all College policies and procedures
- Assist the Director of Library Services by performing other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
- Proficient computer skills.
- Ability to work independently, as well as on a team.
- Ability to work and maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
- Good communications skills, both written and oral.
- Ability to organize and prioritize work. Work well under deadline pressures.
- Excellent human relations skills. Ability to work with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and diverse populations.
- Understanding of and commitment to quality improvement.
Required Education Background:
Required Experience:
- Working in a library environment, preferred.
- Working within a Community College environment, preferred.
- Management experience, preferred.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time; ability to move freely around the campus and outreach centers; ability to lift up to 20 pounds; ability to bend, stoop, reach and grasp as required to perform responsibilities; ability to drive motor vehicle; and ability to work on the computer for long periods of time.
Work Environment:
Work performed in an office environment.
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Cowley Community College