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About the Role

The Office Aide will perform direct public service to all age groups in the culturally diverse community of Brooklyn, including circulation desk duties, data entry, training, and supervision of part-time staff. This role is responsible for delivering excellent customer service and performing routine administrative and clerical duties.

Responsibilities

• Direct public service and quality customer service
• Complete check in and check out of library materials
• Renew and verify the circulation status of Library materials
• Assist customers in the use of technology
• Enter data into the Library's automated system
• Prepare and process supply orders and requisitions
• Process Library card applications
• Process incoming and outgoing material (mail, interchange, etc.)
• Prepare budget reports
• Prepare staff schedules as assigned
• Train part-time staff and/or volunteers
• Process holds
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• A minimum of 1 year experience in an office environment with an emphasis on clerical duties
• Ability to work evenings and weekends
• Lifting material up to and not to exceed 40 lbs
• Standing for long periods
• Bending, Stooping, or crouching

Skills

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience working in an customer service oriented environment
• Ability to work in a fast paced, team environment
• Familiar with working in a diverse workforce
• Must be organized with good attention to detail
• Willing to be flexible and adapt in different situations
• Public service within the community (ex. outreach, school visits, fairs, etc.)

Location

• Brooklyn

Work Type

• Full-time
• Union

Experience Level

• 1 year experience in an office environment

Education Level

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Salary/Compensations

• $34,379.80

About the Company

• We offer thousands of free programs every day for people from all walks of life—immigrants learning a new language, aspiring entrepreneurs launching their dreams, children discovering the world, people of all ages exploring arts and culture. And we give patrons millions of opportunities to enjoy one of life’s greatest satisfactions: the discovery of a good book.
• We seek professionals dedicated to providing excellent customer service, developing fruitful partnerships in the community, and implementing programs aligned with our mission and vision. You will be immersed in a motivating and challenging environment where innovation is key to the organization. If you are looking to be a part of a stimulating workplace that is highly regarded by its culturally diverse community, BPL is the place to be.

Equal Opportunity

• Brooklyn Public Library is an equal opportunity employer.