HomeMy WebLinkAboutHourly Library Aide - Adult Services123 S. Linn St, - Iowa City, IA 52240
319-356-5200 - icpl.org
acups: Mon :Thurs '10-9, Fri 10-8, Sat 10-6, Sun '12-5
Accepting applications for:
Hourly Library Aide
Adult Services
Application deadline: Monday, January 5, 2026
Visit www.icgov.org/jobs to apply online
One hourly part-time position available
Hours: 9-15 hours per week, including evening and additional weekend hours.
Wage: $15.00 per hour
Job summary:
Under general supervision, oversees distribution of study rooms, guest computer passes, and
computer peripherals. Sorts and shelves library materials. Performs limited reference searches via
microfilm and microfiche readers. Provides basic computer assistance. Retrieves storage items. Assists
with photocopier, printing station, and scanner. Directs patrons with information and reference
queries to appropriate staff.
Minimum qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience working in a library, customer service or related
field required. Must pass criminal background check.
The City of Iowa City is an eligible employer under Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Please visit
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It is the policy of the City of Iowa City to afford equal employment opportunities for all employees and
potential City employees.
Date posted: 12/18/2025
Job Class V9T76 CITY OF IOWA CITY -Job Description FLSA N66 Exempt
Non Civil Service
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Job Summary,
Hourly Library Aide
Information Page
Adult Services
Library
Senior Librarian
1inder general supervision, oversees distribution of study rooms, guest computer passes, ax"i
computer peripherals. Sorts and shelves library materials. Performs limited reference searches via
microfilm and microfiche readers. Provides basic computer assistance. Retrieves storage items,
Assists with photocopier, printing station, and scanner. Directs patrons with information and reference
queries to appropriate staff.
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Sorts and shelves various library materials.
Processes and shelves newspapers.
Assists patrons with computers and library technology; provides basic computer help, sends faxes,
and guides patrons through photocopy, printing and Internet login procedures.
Oversees lending of materials, equipment and study rooms via the Page Station.
Distributes guest computer passes, DVD players, guest print cards and headphones.
Maintains positive visual presentation of the Library.
Assures displays are filled and appealing to patrons.
Monitors email and other Library correspondence to keep abreast of current library operations.
Attends regular staff meetings.
Understands and implements established policies and procedures regarding the safety and security
of customers and fellow staff members.
'-resents the Library and its collections, programs and services in a positive manner and adheres tD
customer service procedures and guidelines as established by the Library.
Job Class #9976 Adult Services
Consistently presents the Iowa City Public Library and its collections, programs and services in a
positive manner and adheres to customer services procedures and guidelines as established by the
library.
Conducts self in a professional manner which demonstrates courtesy and respect for all community
members and coworkers,
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The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be
met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals w4h disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use
hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms,
climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to
:i smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move
up to 20 pounds. The position must have the ability to apply up to 50 pounds of force to move or push
2 book cart. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color
on, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
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High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience working in a library, customer service or
related field required. Must pass criminal background check.
Preferred Education. Experience and Certification
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Ability to sort and alphabetize library materials. Knowledge of library shelf arrangement. Some
knowledge of general library functions and policies. Working knowledge of paging methods and
procedures, Ability to read and understand basic instructions. Ability to calculate fines and process
cash transactions. Ability to communicate effectively with the public. Some knowledge of library
circulation policies and procedures. Knowledge of general clerical functions and office procedures.
Skills in data entry and data retrieval in computer systems. Skills in working with library's computer
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