Library Associate Flex

3/23/2026

The role involves providing reference and reader's advisory services, preparing and conducting library programs, and assisting patrons with library resources, e-media, and circulation desk duties. Responsibilities also include collection maintenance, processing materials, performing financial transactions, and potentially assisting with passport applications.

Working Hours

20 hours/week

Company Size

51-200 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

"The magic of a library is how it opens a wonderful door to explore new topics, expand our knowledge about subjects we love and introduce us to delightful experiences." Mary Ogden, former Board of Trustees, President Our mission is to enrich life in our communities with outstanding and innovative library services for all. Medina County District Library serves our county with six locations and a bookmobile. We provide access to over 480,000 items in our collection and over 12 million items through the CLEVNET library cooperative. All of our locations have free wireless access both inside and outside as well as public computers. Our library system is know for its programs for all ages. Visit www.mcdl.info/download to get e-books and many other digital offerings. Mission Statement: Medina County District Library enriches life in our communities with outstanding and innovative library services for all. Vision Statement: Medina County District Library will be: The premier provider of information and recreational pursuits for our communities Second to none in the library experience we provide each customer Accessible to all A fun and amazing gathering place An innovator in the use of technology A catalyst for the vision and ideals of our communities The best place to work in Medina County A national leader in libraries Core Beliefs: Knowledge enriches lives. All people have the right to free and open access to information. All people have value and worth. They deserve respect and fair treatment. Medina County District Library values community connectedness.

About the Role

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES TO PERFORM THE FOLLOWING:

The Medina County District Library is seeking a dynamic, creative individual committed to providing quality customer service to our patrons. Successful candidate will provide reference and reader’s advisory services, prepare and conduct programs, assist patrons with the use of library resources and e-media, assist with collection maintenance, assist patrons in the check-out area, register patrons for library cards, and perform all duties relating to the processing of materials. Performs financial transactions relevant to department. Where applicable, educates passport applicants, processes and completes passport applications.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree and one year experience working with the public preferred. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered. Possess excellent customer service, communication and organizational skills, ability to plan and present programs, ability to prioritize workload, knowledge of a wide range of books and authors, familiarity with Microsoft Products and the Internet, ability to learn and teach use of electronic library resources and use our computerized circulation system, and ability to work both independently and as a team member. The candidate must be able to work with patrons and staff in a professional, courteous manner both in person and on the phone.

WAGE: $17.87 per hour; additional $2.00 per hour Sunday premium; Grade 4

BENEFITS: Vacation, sick leave, personal days, holidays , and other benefits based on Union contract; Public

Employees Retirement System

HOURS: Part-time; 20 hours per week; flexible schedule required including some evenings, Saturdays and Sundays (schedule subject to change

based on needs of the library)

OTHER: Union Position

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: Open Until Filled

MEDINA COUNTY DISTRICT LIBRARY is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Key Skills

Customer ServiceCommunicationOrganizational SkillsProgram PlanningProgram PresentationWorkload PrioritizationBook KnowledgeAuthor KnowledgeMicrosoft ProductsInternet ProficiencyElectronic Library ResourcesCirculation SystemTeamworkProfessionalism