Circulation Assistant

$15.95-16.10/hour

Position 1: 12 hours/week; Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, 2:15pm-6:15pm 
Position 2: 5 hours/week; Fridays, 1:15pm-6:15pm 

Ages 18+ 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning Wednesday, 1/22/2025, until the positions are filled. 

The Aloha Community Library is a dynamic nonprofit public library that provides a wide range of services. We are seeking team-oriented library enthusiasts to serve as part-time Circulation Assistants.  

Our ideal candidate is positive, practices proactive customer service, is passionate about providing equitable library services to everyone, and is eager to learn and innovate. Library experience is a plus, but not required. Circulation Assistants spend most shifts working directly with patrons, checking materials in and out, and keeping the library tidy and safe. This position requires excellent organizational and communication skills, flexibility, the ability to work independently, and the enjoyment of working with a diverse group of people. Additional hours may be offered occasionally when other staff take time off. 

The Aloha Community Library Association is committed to building an inclusive, anti-racist organization. Everyone interested in serving our community is encouraged to apply. No library experience? That’s ok! If you have customer service experience and a knack for explaining technology skills clearly and patiently, please apply! 

Employment announcement, position description, and application are available at the library and online here. 

To be considered, please submit a cover letter, application, and resume (including references) to Terri Palmer, Library Director. Please indicate in your cover letter if you would like to be considered for Position 1, Position 2, or both. 

Email: terrip@alohalibrary.org 

By mail or in person: 

Aloha Community Library Association  
17455 SW Farmington Rd., Suite 26A 
Aloha, OR 97007 

Applicants will be evaluated based on related training and experience. Finalists will be interviewed.  A pre-employment background check is required before hire.  The Aloha Community Library Association is an equal opportunity employer. 

About the job:

• Circulation Assistant
• 12 hours per week; $15.45-$15.60 per hour
• Starting schedule: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, 2:15pm-6:15pm (schedule may change over time as the library’s needs change; supervisors may ask for help covering other shifts, as needed)
• Circulation Assistants spend most shifts working directly with patrons, coaching patrons on technology skills, checking materials in and out, shelving, and keeping the library tidy and safe.

Who are we looking for?

• 18 years and older
• Library experience is a plus, but not required. Other work skills are more important, like positive customer service skills, good computer and personal device skills, a knack for explaining technology skills clearly and patiently to patrons, the ability to communicate clearly, flexibility to move between different tasks throughout the day, and the ability to pay close attention to details. People with training as baristas, in retail, and mental health/social services backgrounds have found success in this position in the past.
• Positive, team-oriented people who take pride in their work, are respectful and kind to coworkers and patrons, and enjoy working with our diverse community.

About the Aloha Community Library Association (ACLA):

• We are a dynamic nonprofit public library that provides a wide range of services to ensure our community thrives.
• We celebrate intellectual freedom and actively work to dismantle barriers to free access to information for everyone.
• We are committed to building an inclusive, anti-racist, organization. We do not engage in or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, military veteran status, or any other protected group.
• We are a proud member of Washington County Cooperative Library Services.

How to apply:

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning Monday, 3/25/24, until the position is filled.

Employment announcement, position description, and application are available at the library and online here.

Please submit a cover letter, completed application, and resume to Terri Palmer, Library Director.

Email: terrip@alohalibrary.org 

By mail or in person: 

Aloha Community Library Association  
17455 SW Farmington Rd., Suite 26A 
Aloha, OR 97007       

Applicants will be evaluated based on related training and experience. Finalists will be interviewed.  A pre-employment background check is required before hire.  The Aloha Community Library Association is an equal opportunity employer.

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