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SalarySalary $12.70 hr.
Working Hours
Up to 25 hours per week during Library hours, with Saturday work expected.
Library Hours
Monday –Friday 9a.m. to 6p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Sunday Closed
Closing Date: March 11, 2024
GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB
Performs a variety of duties related to circulation, reference, materials processing, collection monitoring, and working directly with the public helping find the information they need using the library’s services and facilities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Collects, stacks, shelves, and re-shelves library materials.- Provides positive and upbeat customer service in circulation areas including checking materials in and out of the library, pulling ”holds,” processing returned materials, and preparing them for re-shelving; may handle requests for interlibrary loan; assists patrons with the library catalog and printing, copying, scanning, and fax services.
- Receives and responds to inquiries, requests for assistance and information, as well as concerns and complaints from the public regarding library materials, programs, services, technologies, and policies; may refer complex questions to Library Assistant II or Professional Librarian as necessary.
- Assists patrons using the public computers or with their personal devices.
- Reserves library materials and notifies patrons of their availability; initiates and processes interlibrary loan requests.
- Processes library card applications and issues library cards; maintains records of current patron information.
- Computes and collects payments for overdue or lost materials, prints, copies, faxes, and used books, and other sale items.
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or GED equivalent is required. Completion of two years of college level course work in literature, liberal arts, library, education, social science, or closely related field, is preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum two years of clerical experience with public contact. Bilingual candidates are preferred. Experience working in a library is desirable.
