Substitute Library Assistant I

Substitute Library Assistant I

Salary

$16.15 Hourly

Location

Library! - Main Branch, Boise, ID

Job Type

Temporary - Up to 19 Hours

Job Number

23 -07742

Department

Library

Opening Date

09/29/2026

Closing Date

10/13/2026 12:00 PM Mountain

• Description
• Benefits
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Summary Statement

Join a customer-focused library team where you'll help create a welcoming experience for users of all ages. As a Substitute Library Assistant I, you'll provide circulation, reference and technology support, assist with user questions, and help maintain inviting library spaces. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys helping others, adapts easily to different locations and brings patience and professionalism to every interaction. Hours vary, working up to 19-hours per week, with weekends typically scheduled between 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.

• PLEASE SUBMIT RESUME WITH APPLICATON*

Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• High school diploma or equivalent and
• some customer service experience,
• or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• Experience in a library setting or working with diverse populations.

Special Requirements

Applicants must be able to pass:

• City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation

Essential Functions

Assists library users with circulation, reference, readers advisory and other library services. Maintains accurate user account information and resolves customer concerns tactfully, using discretion and initiative to meet user needs. Maintains a basic knowledge of library resources and practices. Assists the public with library computer use and related technology. Assists with user inquiries and explains policies and procedures. Handles basic issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.

Performs routine or repetitive tasks with specific instructions and set procedures, such as performing proper library opening and closing procedures and checking in returned materials using library computer systems. Maintains library collections by accurately sorting and shelving materials.

Creates displays to promote programs, library services and materials.

Assists with offsite events for users of all ages, as needed.

Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

Requirements

Additional Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

Knowledge of:

• customer service techniques; and
• basic computer skills.

Ability to:

• learn and use library systems;
• work independently and use initiative while performing duties within established guidelines and procedures;
• multitask and perform a broad range of administrative tasks;
• exercise tact, patience, diplomacy, cultural sensitivity and courtesy when dealing with users;
• troubleshoot and problem-solve;
• communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance; and
• perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor, and/or manager with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Working Conditions

The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Efforts

While performing the duties of this job the employee is always lifting/carrying up to 35 pounds and rarely lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds. Also, the employee is always pushing/pulling up to 20 pounds, frequently pushing/pulling up to 75 pounds and occasionally pushing/pulling up to 100 pounds. The noise level is frequently moderate and occasionally loud. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear, smell, and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Employees will sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, climb, and balance. Position requires hand/finger dexterity.

Working Environment

The work environment will include inside conditions, outdoor weather conditions, areas of dust, odors, mist and gases, or other airborne matter. Work includes protected exposure to bodily fluids.

This position works: some weekends and evenings and schedules vary.

19-Hour Temporary

All temporary part-time employees working less than an average of 19-hours per week are not currently eligible for benefits.

4-Month Temporary

All 4-month temporary employees working an average of 40-hours per week will accrue personal leave which can be used during employment.

8-Month Seasonal

In addition to accruing personal leave, anyone in an 8-month seasonal position working over an average of 30-hours per week is eligible for medical coverage.

9-Month Temporary

In addition to personal leave accrual and medical coverage, a position that is classified as a 9-month temporary is eligible for PERSI retirement benefits with required standard employee and City contribution rates

Please visit our website for further details mybenefits.cityofboise.org

01

This position requires regular weekend availability. Please select the option that best reflects your availability:

• I am regularly available to work Saturdays and Sundays
• I am regularly available to work either Saturdays or Sundays.
• I have limited weekend availability.
• I am not available to work weekends.

02

This position may work at multiple library locations and assist with offsite events. Which statement best describes your ability to meet this requirement?

• I am comfortable working at multiple locations and adapting to different assignments, teams, and work environments.
• I can work at multiple locations with advance notice
• I have some limitations that may affect my ability to work at multiple locations.
• I am only available to work at one location.

03

Which of the following best describes your experience assisting customers with computers, technology, accounts, or similar systems?

• Extensive experience independently assisting customers and troubleshooting basic issues.
• Some experience assisting customers with technology or account-related questions.
• Limited experience, but I am comfortable learning new systems and helping others.
• No related experience.

Required Question

Employer City of Boise

Address 625 W Idaho St

Boise, Idaho, 83702

Website http://www.cityofboise.org