Library Intern

Works under the supervision of the Library Director and Teen Services staff on a connected learning project. Will also help with summer reading events, assist patrons in library services, and help library operations run efficiently.

CONNECTED LEARNING PROJECT:

• Will create a program, event, or resource that reflects the interest of the intern.
• Will work with the Library Director and Teen Services staff to implement the project.
• Will be in charge of creating flyers and advertising on social media and within the community
• Connect and partner with one organization or business in the community
• Implement project by the end of internship

• Assists patrons in applying for library membership. Processes membership applications and issues library cards.
• Performs customer service both in person and via telephone in a friendly and professional manner.
• Assists patrons with read-reference questions and reader advisory, bibliographic instruction and database searching.
• Assists patrons with mechanical operations of library equipment
• Answers directional questions and refers patrons to appropriate personnel.
• Communicate library policies and procedures effectively.

• Performs circulation desk procedures, such as checking in and checking out materials, registering patrons and collecting fines.
• Check in deliveries of interlibrary loan materials.
• Processes, withdraws, repairs, or reconditions library materials.
• Shelves library materials.
• Assists with library programs and displays.
• Performs other related work as required.

• Currently Enrolled in High School.
• Attends School, or lives, in the Umatilla School District.
• Between the age of 14 and 17.
• Knowledge of computers and common software operation.
• Must pass a background check

ABILITY TO:

• Provide customer service to a wide variety of personality types in a friendly and professional manner. • Comprehend and follow instructions; verbally and in written form.
• Read; ability to effectively read and understand information contained in memoranda, reports and bulletins, etc.
• Communicate; ability to effectively communicate ideas and information both in written and oral form.
• Operate basic office equipment

• Frequent: Sitting, Standing, Walking, Lifting/Carrying up to 5 lbs, Pushing/Pulling up to 20 lbs, using arms, wrists, and hands.
• Occasional: Lifting/Carrying/Pushing/Pulling up to 50 lbs, bending, twisting, crouching, kneeling, reaching forward and above shoulder, squeezing.
• Rare: Crawling, Climbing stairs and ladder