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Application Instructions
The Manhattan Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, disability, ethnicity, pregnancy, age, military status, sex, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Applications are accepted only when an opening exists. We do not keep applications on file to consider for future job openings. Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
Administrative Assistant
We are seeking a friendly team member to assist library management in all aspects of the operation. In addition to maintaining a welcoming and efficient office, the Administrative Assistant must be able to successfully handle a large volume of customer service matters. The work requires a high level of confidentiality, discretion, self-direction, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Duties include:
- Preparing documents, data entry, record keeping, preparing and distributing mail, and scheduling room reservations.
- Supporting the library director with daily communications and record keeping for governing boards and library support groups.
- Providing support for other library managers, volunteer boards, partners and staff members.
- Planning workflow to meet prescribed deadlines and project goals.
- Assisting with inventory, scanning, and preparing weekly bank deposits.
Required education, experience, and skills:
- High school education or equivalent
- Minimum of one year experience in an office environment including a multi-line phone system
- One year customer service experience
- One year working with computer software programs
- Advanced skills in Microsoft 365, writing, proofreading, and editing
Library experience is preferred. Hours are 8-5 Monday-Friday. Salary is $16.82/hour and includes a generous benefits package.
The review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
To apply online, click here.
Or, print and fill out an application for employment. You may also pick up an application form at the library.
Deliver or mail the completed and signed paper application by the deadline indicated to:
Manhattan Public Library 629 Poyntz Avenue Manhattan, KS 66502
For more information on job opportunities, contact Human Resources at (785) 776-4741 Ext. 104.
Temporary Library Assistant, Youth Services
Manhattan Public Library has an opening for an enthusiastic person to provide outstanding customer service to children, teens, and their families this summer. The primary responsibility of this position is providing customer assistance and reader suggestions and assisting with programs such as storytime, clubs, and special events. Apply if you genuinely like working with children and teens. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to creating a welcoming environment for people of all ages, races, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and socioeconomic statuses.
Requires a high school degree or equivalent and at least one year in customer service. Library experience, some college or equivalent education is desired. Experience working with children and teens is beneficial. The position is temporary, from late May through the end of July, with the expectation of being available to work all weeks during that timeframe. This is an 18-hour-per-week position, $15.79/hour. A typical schedule would have one weekend day off and one weekday off.
The review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.
To apply online, click here.
Or, print and fill out an application for employment. You may also pick up an application form at the library.
Deliver or mail the completed and signed paper application by the deadline indicated to:
Manhattan Public Library 629 Poyntz Avenue Manhattan, KS 66502