The Bethlehem Area Public Library is looking for a part-time Administration/Finance Technician at our Main Library (11 W. Church St., Bethlehem, PA 18018). The position is 15 hours per week at a pay rate of $20 per hour. PA criminal, FBI fingerprint, and PA child abuse clearances are required. The official job description is below.

Interested candidates must send a cover letter, resume, and three references to epoore@bapl.org or mail them to 11 W. Church St., Bethlehem, PA 18018 by Sunday, June 15th.

The Bethlehem Area Public Library is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Description

POSITION
Title: Administration/Finance Technician
Location: Main Library
Department: Administration
Supervisor: Assistant Director

QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma with relevant business experience
Excellent typing, filing, and organizational skills
Detail-oriented, accurate, and able to prioritize tasks
Proficiency with word processing and computer applications
Professional communication skills (phone, email, and in-person)
Physical ability to operate office equipment (e.g., risograph duplicator, paper folder/cutter) and lift up to 20 lbs

JOB SUMMARY
The Administration/Finance Technician supports the daily operations of the Administration Department. This position assists the library’s accountant, full-time Administration/Finance Technician, Assistant Director, and Executive Director with clerical and financial tasks.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepare letters and documents using word processing and related software
Type correspondence and reports, including donor thank you letters
Sort, distribute, and prepare incoming/outgoing mail
Assist with counting daily cash receipts
Maintain organized filing systems
Produce printed materials using in-house duplicator
Record memorial book donations
Assist with payroll and bank deposits
Update and maintain equipment files and service records
Answer and direct phone calls
Prepare and mail bills and checks
Handle meeting room reservations
Count and record income from sales (e.g., book sales)
Perform other duties as assigned

May 2025