Full-time Library Assistant
Dr. William C. Herrick Community Health Care Library

Overview
This position is at the Grossmont Healthcare District, Dr. William C. Herrick Community Health Care Library, in La Mesa, California. The Library Assistant performs a variety of library services, with excellent customer service being the primary emphasis. Basic duties include reference service, assisting patrons with computer and Internet questions, circulation, and production of the library’s flyers, brochures, and newsletter. The Library Assistant reports to the Library Director.

Main areas of responsibility
- Customer service, in person and by telephone and email
- Assist patrons with computer and Internet questions
- Circulation
- Reference service using library resources, both print and electronic
- Produce library’s flyers, brochures, and quarterly newsletter
- Prepare monthly and quarterly library usage reports
- Teach basic computer skills and Internet classes
- Responsible for updates to library website
- Interlibrary loans
- Create exhibits working with community artists and healthcare organizations
- Participate in library events and activities, including off-site community health fairs
- Other duties as assigned

Required Skills
- Excellent customer service skills and experience in working with the public
- Computer skills and experience, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, email, Internet, library systems, and basic HTML
- Typing speed minimum of 40 wpm
- Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Ability to perform the above tasks while spending approximately 80% of working hours at the front desk
- Ability to work independently as well as be part of a team
- Ability to lift 20 pounds

Required education and experience
Minimum of 2 years library experience.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
Healthcare experience a plus but not required.

Hours and Benefits
This is a full-time position, 35.5 hours per week, including Tuesday evening and Saturday morning. Library is closed Sunday and Monday.
Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid sick time, two weeks vacation per year, and CalPERS pension.

Salary
Exempt (salaried) position. Salary commensurate with experience.

Application Procedure
Mail, email, or fax a cover letter (required) and resume to:

Kathy Quinn
Library Director
Dr. William C. Herrick Community Health Care Library
9001 Wakarusa St.
La Mesa, CA 91942
email: kquinn@herricklibrary.org
fax: 619-825-5011

No phone calls please. Resumes received by October 30, 2009, will be considered.