Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from The Salvation Army
Job overview
The Library Assistant at The Salvation Army's Brengle Library supports the library's mission by managing daily operations and providing excellent library services to support Salvationist scholarship and ministry development.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves managing library operations including opening and closing, maintaining facilities and supplies, overseeing student and volunteer teams, managing circulation desk services in English and Spanish, assisting users, maintaining library materials and displays, handling technical services like processing new books and reports, and participating in professional development.
Experience and skills
Requires an Associate's degree or equivalent with two years related experience, pursuit of a Library Assistant Certificate, strong commitment to the library's mission, reliability, detail orientation, excellent communication skills, strong computer skills, and willingness to represent The Salvation Army's denominational distinctives.
Career development
The position encourages ongoing professional development to stay current with library practices and standards and supports growth through learning about Salvation Army doctrine and library operations.
Work environment and culture
The work culture emphasizes adaptability, collaboration, proactive service, and commitment to the mission of the College for Officer Training and Brengle Library.
Company information
The Salvation Army is a faith-based organization focused on ministry and scholarship, with Brengle Library supporting academic standards set by professional library associations.
Team overview
The candidate will work within a team that includes the librarian, student cadet library detail team, and volunteers, fostering a collaborative environment.
Job location and travel
The job is located at Brengle Library, likely on the College for Officer Training campus, with a schedule of 35-40 hours per week during the academic year, Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays.
Unique job features
The role uniquely integrates library services with Salvation Army ministry training, requiring knowledge of Salvation Army doctrine and supporting a specialized academic community.
Company overview
The Salvation Army is a global charitable organization that provides a wide range of social services, including disaster relief, homeless shelters, and rehabilitation programs. Founded in 1865 by William Booth in London, it operates in over 130 countries, funded primarily through donations, thrift store sales, and government grants. The organization is known for its distinctive red kettles during the holiday season and its commitment to addressing both immediate needs and long-term societal issues.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your adaptability, collaboration, and proactive approach in supporting seamless library operations, aligning with Brengle Library's mission and standards.
Emphasize your experience managing circulation desks, bilingual communication skills (English and Spanish), and familiarity with library systems, including user account management and reporting.
Apply through multiple platforms such as The Salvation Army's corporate career site, LinkedIn, and relevant library job boards to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with library staff or management at The Salvation Army on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on their commitment to Salvation Army ministry or asking about their experience working in an academic library environment.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'library operations,' 'circulation desk management,' 'bilingual communication,' 'library system administration,' and 'professional development.'
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