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Posted 6/28/2024 - will be posted a minimum of 2 weeks or until position is filled

Library Assistant Opening

(guaranteed 12 hours up to 15 hours per week @ $17.00/hour) We are seeking a motivated & socially outgoing worker with a high school diploma or equivalent. This job you will be expected to interact with the public of all ages, so communication skills are a must. In this position you will be expected to assist library patrons with readers advisory, be able to research and answer reference questions, check in and out materials, be able to assist with photocopying & computer usage. Other requirements include being able to alphabetize and have a basic knowledge of the Dewey Decimal System to aid in shelving and locating materials. Must be able to perform basic clerical work, including being able to operate a computer. Assisting with programming for all ages is a must in all stages: development, planning and implementation. In this position you will work mostly with children when it comes to programming, including running the after school programs on Wednesday afternoons. Currently work hours are Monday: 4pm – 7pm, Wednesdays: 2pm – 7pm during the school year (4pm – 7pm, when school is not in session) & Saturdays: 10:00am – 4:00 pm). Hours may vary based on various other variables.

For more details about the expectation of this position you may click the link below "Library Assistant Job Description".

Application may be downloaded from link below. Fill out application and turn in to library at your convenience. Resumes are encouraged. 

 

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Library Assistant Job Description

Wi-Fi

In accordance with the American Library Association Library Bill of Rights, the HJ Nugen Public Library provides unrestricted access to the Internet at the Library, including through its wireless network.

By choosing to use this free wireless service you agree to abide by the Library’s Internet Policy that prohibits abusive or illegal activity while using the Library’s Internet service.  

This service is free of charge and subject to the terms and conditions of use as follows:

Limitations & Disclaimers

Wireless access is provided as a public service free of charge on an as-is basis with no guarantee and no warranty. The library’s Wireless network is subject to periodic maintenance and unforeseen downtime.

Information passing through the Library's wireless access is not secured and could be monitored, captured, or altered by others. There are risks involved with connecting to a public wireless connection, such as possible viruses, malware, loss of data, possible hacking/snooping by others connected, possible hardware/software failure. It is your sole responsibility to protect your information from all risks associated with using the Internet, including any damage, loss, or theft that may occur as a result of your use of the Library's wireless access.

All Wi-Fi users should have up-to-date antivirus software installed on their devices.

The laptop or wireless device owner is responsible for setting up their equipment to access the HJ Nugen Public Library Wireless network. Library staff can provide no more than general assistance in getting connected to the wireless network. Library staff are not technical experts so any assistance is at your own risk.

The Library assumes no responsibility for the safety of equipment; users must keep their equipment with them at all times.

In using this free Internet access, you agree and hereby release, indemnify, and hold harmless, the City of New London, its officers and employees, and any affiliate, from any damage that may result from your use of this wireless access.

While using this wireless access, you acknowledge that you are subject to, and agree to abide by all laws, and all rules and regulations of the City of New London, the State of Iowa, and the federal government that is applicable to Internet use.

At its sole discretion, the City of New London may terminate this public service at any time without prior notice.

Printing is available via the wireless connection at this time.   If the user desires, the file may be sent to the HJ Nugen Laser Copier on Plato to print for a nominal fee per page.

Due to limited bandwidth, during peak hours Library staff may limit the type of internet use.

Any attempt to circumvent library procedures or any unauthorized attempt to access or manipulate library equipment will result in permanent disconnection from the library’s Wi-Fi network.

  • If you do not agree to the above terms, please disable your wireless connection or turn off your personal notebooks, laptops and other mobile devices.