Part-Time Library Assistant II - Powder Springs

Part-Time Library Assistant II - Powder Springs

Salary

$21.21 Hourly

Location

Powder Spring Library, Powder Springs, GA

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

05248

Department

Library

Opening Date

10/19/2026

Closing Date

10/26/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Grade Code

106P

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Position Information

This part-time Library Assistant II position is located at the Powder Springs Library, a community library within the Ford Center Campus in downtown Powder Springs. The successful candidate will provide excellent customer service across all ages at the circulation and reference desks assisting patrons with accounts, public computers, digital resources, and readers advisory, as well as processing and shelving materials. This position actively assists the Youth Services Librarian with preparing and executing youth programs, making crafts, creating promotional flyers and displays, and supporting community outreach.

This position works 18 hours per week, including nights and weekends (scheduled to work every other Saturday), plus an additional 4 hours (1:00-5:00 p.m.) on scheduled Sundays."

Essential Functions

Provides customer service to library patrons and the public: greets visitors and directs to areas of library; provides assistance and information related to library services, fees, procedures, city information and directions, or other issues; researches book titles, book availability, patron records, or related information; reserves materials for patrons; notifies patrons about overdue books, arrival of reserved books, or other issues; and assists patrons with the use of various library equipment in assigned area.

Returns library books and materials to appropriate shelving areas: shelves or places materials in appropriate order; reads labels to ensure materials belong to assigned branch and are arranged in proper order; and locates materials and searches for missing materials as needed.

Checks library materials in and out: operates the librarys automated circulation system to charge, discharge, and renew books; counts paperbacks checked out; retrieves books from book drop; inspects materials for damage and withdraws materials in need of repair from circulation; inspects for routing slips or other identification prior to shelving; routes books to other locations as appropriate; sorts and arranges materials on book carts for shelving; and separates new books for display.

Performs general tasks related to library operations, which may include sorting and organizing donated paperbacks and other materials, moving book carts, maintaining general appearance of library, cleaning counters, watering plants, or running various errands.

Monitors inventory levels of library supplies: initiates requests for new or replacement materials.

Answers the telephone: provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages or directs calls to appropriate personnel; and returns calls as necessary.

Provides computer and reference assistance to library patrons: assists patrons in finding required information; instructs patrons in use of various library systems and resources; suggests appropriate internal and external resources for queries; and conducts informal training, as needed.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree is required; supplemented by one year of experience in customer service or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills, with a genuine enjoyment of working with patrons of all ages.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm and experience working with children and teens, including assisting with programs, crafts, displays, and outreach.
• Strong collaborative skills for working closely with a service desk team, paired with high personal accountability, self-motivation, punctuality, and reliability.
• Great computer skills and a willingness to assist patrons with basic technology needs, including public computer navigation, email, downloading, scanning, printing, and digital resources.
• Previous library or public-facing customer service experience.

Physical Abilities

Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.

Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors

Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

EEO Statement

Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Visit Cobb Countys Employee Benefits page to learn more.

• Benefits for part-time employees are marked.

01

I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the Educational History and Work History sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.

• Yes
• No

02

I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

• Yes
• No

03

Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you now or in the future need an employer to sponsor you for employment authorization of visa status?

• Yes
• No

05

Educational Background (copies of any education documents listed on your application will be required upon hire): Mark the highest level of education you have completed.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College
• Associate Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Advanced Degree
• None of the above

06

If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply.

07

How many years of experience do you have involving public interaction/customer service?

• No experience
• Less than one year of experience
• One to two years of experience
• Two to three years of experience
• More than three years of experience

08

Please describe your experience involving public interaction/customer service. Verify any information below is also included in your "Employment History" section of your application. Enter "N/A" if this does not apply.

09

Do you have experience with electronic devices such as e-readers and other mobile media devices?

• Yes
• No

10

Please describe your experience with electronic devices such as e-readers and other mobile media devices. Enter N/A if this does not apply. See resume will not be accepted.

11

Do you have experience working with children and teens, including assisting with programs, crafts, displays, or community outreach?

• Yes
• No

12

Please describe your experience working with children and teens, including assisting with programs, crafts, displays, or community outreach. Enter N/A if this does not apply. See resume will not be accepted.

13

This position may require working a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends and providing coverage for branches within the region. Are you willing to work this schedule?

• Yes
• No

14

If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to satisfactorily complete the following elements: a criminal background check and provide copies of any education documents listed on your application. Please note that a criminal conviction may not disqualify you from consideration. Are you willing to accept these terms?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Cobb County Government

Address 100 Cherokee Street

Suite #200

Marietta, Georgia, 30090

Website http://www.cobbcounty.gov