Library Intern (Summer 2026)

The Martin County Library is currently accepting applications for a Summer Intern for 2026. The summer Library Intern is responsible for assisting the with the daily summer programs and events at the library. As well as providing customer service to the library patrons. This is a temporary position during the summer months, May through August – approximately 30 to 35 hours per week. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESAssist with children’s programming and events, including preparation, set-up, and take down. Work at the circulation desk and assist with general library operations and customer service. Register children and families in the summer reading program. Collect and count summer programming statistics. Assists patrons in all aspects of library use, including patrons with varying socioeconomic backgrounds and intellectual abilities. Advises patrons on how to find materials using the online catalog and within the library itself. Assists patrons with the use of e-collections and public access computers. Assists with various projects at the request of the Library Director and Assistant Library Director. Performs other work-related duties as required. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties performed by personnel so classified. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEHigh School Diploma or equivalent. Some college in Library Science preferred. Less than one year of progressive experience in related field along with the skills, knowledge and abilities required. LICENSUREValid driver’s license. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESConsiderable knowledge of customer service functions and the ability to respond to and serve patrons in an effective, efficient and helpful manner. Ability to operate computers, tablets and mobile devices and other general office equipment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Ability to learn new software programs and web-based systems as necessary. The qualifications listed above are guidelines. Other combinations of education and experience could provide necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform this job. POSITION COMPETENCIES ACCOUNTABILITY & DEPENDABILITY Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work, and achieves results with limited oversight. Follows instructions and adheres to all County policies and procedures as required. Maintains an acceptable record of work attendance and punctuality in accordance with County and Department requirements. COMMUNICATION (VERBAL & WRITTEN)Demonstrates the ability to develop and maintain working relationships to produce results, and a work environment that builds rapport and trust. Communicates professionally and effectively with internal and external customers through spoken and written correspondence, including emails. Listens well; respects viewpoints different than own. Contributes knowledge, experience, and feedback appropriately to others. CUSTOMER SERVICE Provides information, options, and/or solutions to inquiries, concerns, and/or requests from the diverse public in a respectful manner. Maintains the County’s reputation of providing a high-level of customer satisfaction. PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT & INTEGRITY Demonstrates knowledge and actions consistent with the County’s values and the County’s code of ethics and conduct. Respects and maintains confidentiality. Demonstrates high moral principles and professional standards with others through truthfulness and sincerity; makes ethical decisions. Shows respect for others’ ideas, perspectives, and styles. Demonstrates appropriate business etiquette and social skills. QUALITY OF WORK Maintains a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Demonstrates the ability to use resources productively, effectively, and efficiently. Demonstrates the ability to think proactively, anticipates potential problems, and provides workable solutions and alternatives with a ‘can do’ approach. Develops and maintains good working knowledge of job responsibilities and prescribed procedures, which facilitates the efficient performance of duties. Takes initiative to utilize job knowledge to analyze situations, resolve problems, and reach decisions. PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS The position has good working conditions in general, but is a diversified job requiring sustained mental effort related to public contacts, organizational issues, planning and technical areas. Frequent: Walk; Stand; Lift or carry less than 10 lbs.; Keyboarding; Repetitive movement; Exposed to annoying odor; Exposure to emotional public; Work requires moderate attention to detail; Work requires high attention to detail. Occasional: Sit; Bend or stoop; Kneel or squat; Work with arms above shoulder; Lift or carry 11-25 lbs.; Lift, carry, push, pull 26-60 lbs.; Exposure to offensive language; Some mental effort and stress involved resulting in frustration; Work alone. Intermittent: Climbing; Lift, carry, push, pull over 60 lbs.; Exposed to sickening odor; Exposure to threats; work with frequent deadlines. This position is responsible for the use of county fleet vehicles, modern office machines and equipment. Martin County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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