Floating Library Assistant

POSTING DATE: September 14, 2026 JOB TITLE: Floating Library Assistant, Grade 20 LOCATION: Headquarters (System-wide) DATE AVAILABLE: November 1, 2026 SALARY: $2,668 per month (Includes generous benefits package) HOURS: 40 hours per week Monday - Wednesday 9:00am-6:00pm, Thursday 11:45am-8:15pm, Friday 8:45am-6:15pm, and every 5th weekend (Saturday 9:30am-5:15pm, Sunday 12:15pm-5:15pm). EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience and some supervisory or leadership experience. Essential Functions

• Travels to all library locations as assigned to substitute for staff absences
• Assists with all circulation duties, including but not limited to library card registration, patron account services, and collection maintenance
• Provides patron assistance as it relates to information and reader's advisory questions, material retrieval, computer navigation, digital devices, and other library equipment
• Works with a variety of software and library automation programs
• Responsible for special department projects as assigned
• Communicates ideas, concerns and solutions to the supervisor that affect staff, workflow, patron services, circulation policies and procedures
• Keeps current with library events, SCPL Intranet, calendar, and meeting room reservations
• Provides superior customer service when assisting patrons of all ages at all locations
• Responsible for opening and closing procedures at all branches and departments including cash register and deposit tasks
• Oversees the department or branch in absence of the supervisor, handling staff and patron inquiries
• Remains aware of security and safety concerns taking appropriate action as needed Knowledge & Skills
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience and some supervisory or leadership experience
• General knowledge of public library procedures, practices, and equipment
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills that display a positive attitude, cultural sensitivity, a sense of humor, with the ability to interact with people from all backgrounds and age groups
• Strong technology skills and ability to work with a variety of devices, software, and audio-visual equipment
• Creative, flexible, and organized with good time management skills and attention to detail
• Ability to take direction and work independently or in a team environment
• Strong work ethic with a willingness to take initiative and ability to direct the tasks of coworkers
• SCPL uses multi-factor authentication for network and program access. Employees may be required to use their personal device for MFA.
• Driver's license valid in the State of South Carolina with the ability to drive to other libraries