Library Research Associate - High Point Public Library

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Description

The City of High Point is currently seeking a Library Outreach Associate to perform responsible community outreach, and computing skills work in the Public Library and out in the Greater High Point community. Provides adult reference and technology services; Collaborates with other library staff to produce, adult services programming and to help develop community networking opportunities. Operates the library’s outreach van visiting designated areas of the High Point community; Participates in other related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Research Services Supervisor. This is a non-supervisory position.

Qualifications

  • Possess bachelor’s degree from accredited academic institution.
  • Solid customer & communications skills.
  • A strong desire to help people.
  • Cover letter and resume are required to complete application 
  • Experience with computers, smartphones, and a variety of computer software.
  • Valid North Carolina driver’s license and insurance
    to drive outreach van with other team members to offer services and resources in Greater High Point. 
  • Relate and communicate well with co-workers for a positive work environment.
  • Read and interpret reference material, card files, and computers.
  • Working knowledge of community outreach. 
  • Willing to learn reference service, reader's interests, books and authors.
  • Able to follow instructions.

Salary: $41,389.92 - $64,673.44 Annually