Library assistant Job at Stark County Law Library, Canton, OH

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  • Stark County Law Library
  • Canton, OH

Job Description

Job Title: Library Assistant
Department: Stark County Law Library
Reports To: Library Director
Job Type: Full-Time (40 hours/week)
Compensation: $14–$16/hour, based on qualifications and experience

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Are you passionate about connecting people to information and promoting the value of library services? The Stark County Law Library is seeking a proactive Library Assistant to support both day-to-day library operations and outreach efforts. This role requires strong customer service orientation, excellent communication skills, comfort with digital tools, and the ability to juggle multiple responsibilities in a small, collaborative setting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Patron Assistance and Customer Service:

· Serve as point of contact for patrons, offering guidance on library resources and services.

· Perform advanced searches in the library’s databases and online catalog to assist patrons.

· Handle circulation tasks: checkouts, returns, payments, registering new patrons, updating membership data, printing bills, answering phones, respond to email inquiries and generating usage statistics.

· Manage membership records by entering new information and processing payments.

· Ensure the library remains well-stocked and orderly.

Marketing & Outreach:

· Create engaging content for social media campaigns to promote library resources to Stark County and the broader legal community.

· Produce and distribute the monthly library newsletter (print and digital), ensuring engaging content and professional layout.

· Collaborate on marketing strategies, materials, and outreach efforts.

Perform other tasks assigned by the Director to support overall library operations and outreach efforts.

QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred :

· Library experience with emphasis on customer service.

· Familiarity with digital marketing tools (Constant Contact, Canva, etc.).

· Social media management skills and website maintenance experience.

Required :

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasks.

· Ability to work independently, take initiative, and collaborate effectively in a small team.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

· Familiarity or willingness to learn legal research and marketing tools and library systems.

Benefits

This position includes a competitive benefits package:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid sick leave and vacation time
  • Annual and longevity pay increases
  • Enrollment in the OPERS retirement system

To Apply:
Submit a cover letter and resume by October 31, 2025 , to:

Jenny Myers, Director

jrmyers@starkcountyohio.gov

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Work at office, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours,

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