Northeast Regional Library
NORTHEAST REGIONAL LIBRARY
Employment Opportunities
Please email, mail or deliver completed applications to the Northeast Regional Library, 1023 Fillmore St., Corinth, MS 38834. The Northeast Regional Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Employment Opportunities will be posted here when available.
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george e allen LIBRARY
George E. Allen Library: Part-time worker
The George E Allen Library is a branch of the Northeast Regional Library System and is located in Booneville, MS.
The Northeast Regional Library is taking applications for a part-time worker at the George E. Allen Library in Booneville, MS. Applicant should be energetic, creative, capable of self-direction and have knowledge of library resources.
Applications available at the George E. Allen Library or at www.nereg.lib.ms.us. Email nebiz@nereg.lib.ms.us , mail or hand deliver a completed application to the Northeast Regional Library, 1023 Fillmore St., Corinth, MS 38834. EOE
Part-Time worker $8.50 an hour – Northeast Regional Library
George E. Allen Library, Booneville Mississippi, a branch of the Northeast Regional Library System.
As needed on a fill-in basis
Some Saturday work may be required.
The part-time worker works under the supervision of the Librarian and Assistant Librarian. The work requires computer skills and the ability to deal with the public with tact, courtesy, and cheerfulness.
ROUTINE SCHEDULE
Perform opening and/or closing procedures at the library.
Check out library materials to patrons and check them back in upon return.
Request books for patrons from other libraries.
Keep daily circulation records.
Register new borrowers.
Keep the library clean, neat, and orderly by performing light housekeeping duties.
Record daily financial transactions.
Perform any other duties as needed.
Become familiar with the library’s online catalog.
Assist patrons in using the library’s public access computers.
Learn the Northeast Regional Library’s policy on internet use and how to enforce it.
Learn the library’s collection of materials.
Keep all shelves in proper alphabetical and numerical order.
Assist customers in locating materials and in using the library.
Act as goodwill ambassador for library in the community.
Suggest books and materials to library patrons that might be of interest to them.
Assist the Librarian and Assistant Librarian with special library programs including:
- National Library Week
- Summer Library Programs
- Weekly story hours
- Any other programming
Tasks may often require standing or sitting for extended periods of time. Employee may frequently exert force equivalent to lifting up to 20 pounds and/or occasionally exert force equivalent to lifting up to approximately 35 pounds. Employee may occasionally encounter environment that is dusty and/or dirty with a lack of environmental control. Must have the physical ability to climb a step stool and rolling ladder, move a book truck, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch and bend. Employee will be required to work under sometimes stressful conditions, and in environments which present continuous interruptions and background noises. Employee will be required to respond appropriately to unexpected situations and scenarios.
DISCLAIMER:
The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities to do the job. Rather they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.
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RIPLEY LIBRARY
Ripley Library: Part-Time worker
The Ripley Library is a branch of the Northeast Regional Library System
The Northeast Regional Library is taking applications for a part-time worker at the Ripley Library in Ripley, MS. Applicant should be energetic, creative, capable of self-direction and have knowledge of library resources.
Applications available at the Ripley Public Library or at www.nereg.lib.ms.us. Email nebiz@nereg.lib.ms.us , mail or hand deliver a completed application to the Northeast Regional Library, 1023 Fillmore St., Corinth, MS 38834. EOE
Part-Time worker $8.50 an hour – Northeast Regional Library
Ripley Public Library, Ripley, MS, a branch of the Northeast Regional Library System.
2 Saturdays a month and as needed on a fill-in basis
The part-time worker works under the supervision of the Librarian and Assistant Librarian. The work requires computer skills and the ability to deal with the public with tact, courtesy, and cheerfulness.
ROUTINE SCHEDULE
Perform opening and/or closing procedures at the library
Check out library materials to patrons and check them back in upon return
Request books for patrons from other libraries
Keep daily circulation records
Register new borrowers
Keep the library clean, neat, and orderly by performing light housekeeping duties
Record daily financial transactions
Perform any other duties as needed
Become familiar with the library’s online catalog
Assist patrons in using the library’s public access computers
Learn the Northeast Regional Library’s policy on internet use and how to enforce it
Learn the library’s collection of materials.
Keep all shelves in proper alphabetical and numerical order.
Assist customers in locating materials and in using the library.
Act as goodwill ambassador for library in the community.
Suggest books and materials to library patrons that might be of interest to them.
Assist the Librarian and Assistant Librarian with special library programs including:
- National Library Week
- Summer Library Programs
- Weekly story hours
- Any other programming
Tasks may often require standing or sitting for extended periods of time. Employee may frequently exert force equivalent to lifting up to 20 pounds and/or occasionally exert force equivalent to lifting up to approximately 35 pounds. Employee may occasionally encounter environment that is dusty and/or dirty with a lack of environmental control. Must have the physical ability to climb a step stool and rolling ladder, move a book truck, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch and bend. Employee will be required to work under sometimes stressful conditions, and in environments which present continuous interruptions and background noises. Employee will be required to respond appropriately to unexpected situations and scenarios.
DISCLAIMER:
The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities to do the job. Rather they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.
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IUKA LIBRARY
Iuka Library: Part-Time worker
The Iuka Library is a branch of the Northeast Regional Library System
The Northeast Regional Library is taking applications for a part-time worker at the Iuka Library in Iuka, MS. Applicant should be energetic, creative, capable of self-direction and have knowledge of library resources.
Applications available at the Iuka Public Library or at www.nereg.lib.ms.us. Email nebiz@nereg.lib.ms.us , mail or hand deliver a completed application to the Northeast Regional Library, 1023 Fillmore St., Corinth, MS 38834. EOE
Part-Time worker $8.50 an hour – Northeast Regional Library
Iuka Public Library, Ripley, MS, a branch of the Northeast Regional Library System.
2 Saturdays a month and as needed on a fill-in basis
The part-time worker works under the supervision of the Librarian and Assistant Librarian. The work requires computer skills and the ability to deal with the public with tact, courtesy, and cheerfulness.
ROUTINE SCHEDULE
Perform opening and/or closing procedures at the library
Check out library materials to patrons and check them back in upon return
Request books for patrons from other libraries
Keep daily circulation records
Register new borrowers
Keep the library clean, neat, and orderly by performing light housekeeping duties
Record daily financial transactions
Perform any other duties as needed
Become familiar with the library’s online catalog
Assist patrons in using the library’s public access computers
Learn the Northeast Regional Library’s policy on internet use and how to enforce it
Learn the library’s collection of materials.
Keep all shelves in proper alphabetical and numerical order.
Assist customers in locating materials and in using the library.
Act as goodwill ambassador for library in the community.
Suggest books and materials to library patrons that might be of interest to them.
Assist the Librarian and Assistant Librarian with special library programs including:
- National Library Week
- Summer Library Programs
- Weekly story hours
- Any other programming
Tasks may often require standing or sitting for extended periods of time. Employee may frequently exert force equivalent to lifting up to 20 pounds and/or occasionally exert force equivalent to lifting up to approximately 35 pounds. Employee may occasionally encounter environment that is dusty and/or dirty with a lack of environmental control. Must have the physical ability to climb a step stool and rolling ladder, move a book truck, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch and bend. Employee will be required to work under sometimes stressful conditions, and in environments which present continuous interruptions and background noises. Employee will be required to respond appropriately to unexpected situations and scenarios.
DISCLAIMER:
The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities to do the job. Rather they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.
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CORINTH LIBRARY
Corinth: Assistant Librarian
The Corinth Library is part of The Northeast Regional Library System
The Northeast Regional Library is taking applications for Assistant Librarian at the Corinth Public Library in Corinth.
Applicant should be energetic, creative, capable of self-direction and have knowledge of library resources. Library experience preferred. Able to deal effectively with all age groups, pre-school through senior citizens. Good communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential. Salary: $18,740 yearly.
Applications available at the Corinth Public Library or at www.nereg.lib.ms.us. Email nebiz@nereg.lib.ms.us , mail or hand deliver a completed application to the Northeast Regional Library, 1023 Fillmore St., Corinth, MS 38834. Applications will be taken until January 24, 2025. EOE.
The Assistant Branch Librarian works under the direct supervision of the Branch Librarian and the library system supervision of the NERL Director and Branch Services Coordinator for Public Service. The work requires computer skills and the ability to deal with people with tact, courtesy, and cheerfulness.
Act as good will ambassador for library in the community.
Tell people about books that might be of interest to them.
Make personal contacts with clubs and group in your community, offering yourself as a speaker and resource person if requested by the Branch Librarian.
Contact sick people and shut-ins who may need library service.
Encourage school class visits to the library.
Represent the library by reading, storytelling, or inviting students to an upcoming library event.
Encourage and train volunteer help to extend library services.
Learn the collection.
Review all new books carefully before shelving.
Keep all shelves in proper alphabetical and numerical order.
Read shelves periodically.
Assist customers in locating materials and in using the library.
Become familiar with the library’s online catalog and instruct patrons in its use.
Become familiar with the other computers and software programs in the library and instruct patrons in their use.
Learn the Northeast Regional Library’s policy on Internet use and aid in enforcing it.
Charge and discharge books and other materials.
Request books.
Keep daily circulation records and aid in preparing the monthly report.
Send overdue notices (or contact delinquent borrowers by phone).
Register new borrowers.
Keep the library neat and orderly.
Schedule use of the meeting room.
Schedule use of the library’s computers.
Prepare and submit all reports, surveys, etc., as requested by Branch Librarian
Weed materials under guidance of Branch Librarian.
Record financial transactions and maintain necessary library funds.
Request materials and supplies from Headquarters as requested by Branch Librarian.
Perform other duties as needed.
Attend all staff meetings and training programs.
Report on problems and recommend solutions to Branch Librarian.
Cooperate with the Branch Librarian and the Director of the Northeast Regional Library in carrying out the policies as set forth by the Regional Library Board of Trustees.
Understand and translate into action the Regional Board’s directives and policies of library service.
Assist in planning and executing special library programs including National Library Week and Summer Library Programs.
Assist in conducting weekly story hours.
Assist blind and handicapped patrons in obtaining services and equipment from the state, via Headquarters.
Assist in publicity and public relations as directed by the Branch Librarian.
Tasks may often require standing or sitting for extended periods of time. Employee may frequently exert force equivalent to lifting up to 20 pounds and/or occasionally exert force equivalent to lifting up to approximately 35 pounds. Employee may occasionally encounter environment that is dusty and/or dirty with a lack of environmental control. Must have the physical ability to climb a step stool and rolling ladder, move a book truck, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch and bend. Employee will be required to work under sometimes stressful conditions, and in environments which present continuous interruptions and background noises. Employee will be required to respond appropriately to unexpected situations and scenarios.
DISCLAIMER:
The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities to do the job. Rather they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.