Join an innovative, service-oriented team at the City of Cedar Rapids Library as a Library Seasonal. We are a municipal library serving a population of 137,000, committed to Inspire, Inform, and Engage our citizens by providing resources representing all points of view. We are looking for partners to build our future and community through a collaborative team environment rooted in service, innovation, and excellence.

About our Organization

At the City, we are committed to employing individuals who reflect our community’s diverse backgrounds and this position is crucial in the success and strategic direction of a growing and evolving community. We appreciate and leverage the vast experience individuals bring beyond the technical requirements of a job. If you are an individual with similar experience listed here please consider applying. Experience and skills combined with commitment to our core values is key to building a greater community now and for the next generation.

About our Community

Nestled in the heart of Iowa, Cedar Rapids is our vibrant and diverse community known for its rich history, culture, and natural beauty. Our city has a strong sense of community which can be seen at any of our numerous parks, recreational opportunities, and family-friendly events year round. You can also explore our thriving downtown district, filled with shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, or take a stroll along the Cedar River, which runs through the heart of the city. Cedar Rapids - Why you should live here!

About this Opportunity

Performs a variety of program assistance to the employees of and visitors to the Cedar Rapids Public Library.

Performs duties that involve extensive communication and involvement with the public at certain time of the year.

The City of Cedar Rapids does not offer sponsorship for employment authorization.Job Duties & Responsibilities

Registers customers for programs;
Distributes materials and prizes for the summer reading programs;
Assists with presenting to and monitoring programs;
Assists with set up and take down for programs;
Assists with special events;
Performs light janitorial duties such as emptying trash and cleaning tables;
Performs clerical duties such as filing, copying, and collating;
Assists patrons in locating materials using the public catalog;
Adheres to and enforces facility policies, rules and regulations and educates patrons about them;
Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and safety practices;
Assists with special projects and peak workloads of other staff as assigned;
Attends work regularly at the designated place and time;
Supports continuous process improvement initiatives;
Performs related work as required.

Acceptable Experience and Training

Experience keyboarding and basic computer knowledge;
Experience working with various age groups.

Work Schedule

May-August Flexible up to 35 hours per week; Hours worked will generally fall between 8:45am - 7:00pm with some Saturdays as needed.

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