Library Assistant III - Information Services

Library Assistant III - Information Services

Salary

$18.62 Hourly

Location

Library! - Main Branch, Boise, ID

Job Type

Full Time Regular

Job Number

23 -07604

Department

Library

Division

Library Information Services

Opening Date

05/27/2026

Closing Date

6/10/2026 12:00 PM Mountain

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Summary Statement

The City of Boise is hiring a Full-Time Library Assistant III at the Downtown Library!

Help connect Boise residents with information, technology, and library resources as a full-time Library Assistant III at the Downtown Library! As part of the Information Services team, this position provides direct patron support at the public desk, over the phone, and through reference, reader's advisory, circulation, and technology assistance. The role includes helping patrons use computers, format documents, access online tools, and navigate library resources, while also supporting purchasing, supplies, staff guidance, programming, and daily operations.

This position has a full-time (40 hours/week) schedule, and will work Sunday through Thursday, with Tuesday as the evening shift.

To ensure internal equity and alignment with the approved budget for this position, offers are made within the posted hiring range. Although the hiring range is fixed, employees receive an exceptional benefits and total rewards package that enhances the overall value of employment with the City of Boise.

Why the City of Boise?

The benefits are real and among the best in the Treasure Valley:

• Zero-cost premium medical coverage for you and your family
• PERSI retirement plus employer-matched 401(k)/457b
• 10 hours vacation/month (grows with tenure), 12 paid holidays, and 8 hours sick leave/month
• 10 weeks paid parental leave
• $500 annual wellbeing incentive
• Tuition reimbursement and free local bus pass
• Basic life and long-term disability insurance at no cost

Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

High school diploma or equivalent and four years of experience in a library setting or directly related field, working with diverse populations, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

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

Disclaimer: This job posting may close earlier than the listed closing date. If this occurs, a minimum of 24 hours' notice will be provided prior to closing.

Applications received for this recruitment may be used to fill similar vacancies within the City of Boise as they occur.

Essential Functions

Assists library users with circulation, reference, readers advisory and other library services. Researches users account information and resolves customer concerns tactfully, using discretion and initiative to meet customer needs. Maintains an advanced knowledge of library resources and practices. Assists the public with library computer use and related technology. Researches user inquiries and explains policies and procedures.

Performs proper library opening and closing procedures. Checks in returned materials using library computer systems. Maintains library collections by accurately sorting and shelving materials. Processes damaged or incomplete library materials. Orders supplies for office and programs.

Provides guidance, direction, and support for training for lower-level staff. In the absence of a librarian and supervisor/manager, coordinates day-to-day work, delegates tasks, and maintains branch operations.

Performs moderately complicated tasks that require knowledge, including but not limited to planning, publicizing and delivering in-house and outreach programs for users of all ages, as needed.

Represents the library, participates in library-wide teams and city-wide system projects and collaborates with other branch staff to maintain and improve branch operations. Maintains an awareness of current library trends and technologies.

Utilizes judgment, independent analysis and problem-solving to conduct administrative duties such as balancing the register and making bank deposits. Performs all duties of lower-level related positions handles complex issues and problems and refers only the most complex issues to higher-level staff.

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

Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

High school diploma or equivalent and four years of experience in a library setting or directly related field, working with diverse populations, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Knowledge of:

• Customer service techniques and office software applications.

Ability to:

• Learn and use automated library systems
• Work independently and use initiative while performing duties
• Prioritize a broad range of administrative tasks
• Exercise tact, patience, diplomacy, cultural sensitivity and courtesy when dealing with customers
• Carry out day-to-day activities independently within established guidelines and procedures
• Communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance
• Perform all essential and marginal functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor, and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training

Five years of experience in a public library or similar environment providing customer service to diverse populations.

Specialized training or certification in relevant field.

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

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 occasionally moderate. 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, extreme temperatures, 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.

Top talent deserves top-notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees.

Most positions are eligible for the general benefits listed here; firefighters, police officers, senior managers, command staff, and directors may be offered other benefit plans.

Healthcare:

• ZERO premium medical coverage option for you and your family
• Low-cost dental and vision options.
• Post-employment health savings account.

Retirement and Investment Plans:

• PERSI retirement benefits
• 401(k) or 457b pre-tax investment options with employer match.
• 457b Roth after-tax investment options with no match

WellBeing Program:

• Up to $500 cash per year for participants.
• Alternative transportation incentives.

Paid Leave - City employees receive generous paid leave:

• 10 hours of vacation per month, and this increases the longer you stay with the City
• 12 paid holidays every year
• 8 hours of sick leave per month
• 10 weeks Parental Leave

Life & Long Term Disability:

• Basic Life insurance at no cost to you
• Long Term Disability insurance at no cost to you

Other optional benefits:

• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Supplemental Disability Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free local bus pass
• Corporate discount programs
• AFLAC
• Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal issues.

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

01

This is a full-time (40 hours/week) position that requires working Sunday through Thursday, with Tuesday evenings until 8:00pm. Are you able to meet this scheduling requirement?

• Yes
• No

02

Which option best describes your relevant experience for this position?

• 5 or more years of experience in a public library or similar environment providing customer service to diverse populations
• 4 or more years of experience in a library setting or directly related public-facing field working with diverse populations
• 2-3 years of experience in a library setting or directly related public-facing field working with diverse populations
• Less than 2 years of experience in a library setting or directly related public-facing field working with diverse populations
• I do not have front-facing customer service or public support experience

03

What interests you about the Library Assistant III position at the Boise Downtown Library, and what strengths would you bring to the role? You may wish to address your communication skills, curiosity, customer service approach, technology skills, problem-solving ability, or experience helping people find what they need.

Required Question

Employer City of Boise

Address 625 W Idaho St

Boise, Idaho, 83702

Website http://www.cityofboise.org