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SalaryCIRCULATION ASSISTANT
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Branch Librarian or Circulation Supervisor, the Circulation Assistant performs varied clerical and technical tasks in providing service to patrons at the circulation desk.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Checks library materials in and out according to established rules and procedures
Answers patrons' directional and procedural inquiries
Prepares and issues new or replacement library cards
Answers telephone and refers calls to appropriate person or department
Collects fines and other library fees
Assists patrons in selection and location of books, videos, periodicals, and other library materials
Processes requests for reserved materials
Maintains periodical collection (except at headquarters library)
Organizes returned library items on book trucks for shelving
Responsible for opening and closing procedures of the library as needed
Supervises page in the absence of the supervisor
Shelves library materials in the absence of a page
Prepares notices for mailing
Assists with window displays, arts, and crafts as needed
Works in other branches as needed
Attends conferences and workshops as appropriate
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Ability to learn standard library tasks readily and to adhere to prescribed routines
Ability to work well under pressure
General knowledge of reader interests, books, and authors
Self-starter who can work without supervision
Good judgment
Knowledge of Blue Ridge Regional Library policies and procedures
Ability to maintain good working relationships with public/staff
Patience and professionalism
Assist with library programs as needed
Computer literacy or willingness and ability to complete computer training satisfactorily
Oral communication skills
Knowledge of community
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience in working with the public or some college experience.
The Blue Ridge Regional Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The library does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, sex, race, color, age, disability, veteran status, or any other class protected by law in any phase of the employment process, which includes hiring, promotion, transfer, rate of pay, training opportunities, and separation.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Branch Librarian or Circulation Supervisor, the Circulation Assistant performs varied clerical and technical tasks in providing service to patrons at the circulation desk.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Checks library materials in and out according to established rules and procedures
Answers patrons' directional and procedural inquiries
Prepares and issues new or replacement library cards
Answers telephone and refers calls to appropriate person or department
Collects fines and other library fees
Assists patrons in selection and location of books, videos, periodicals, and other library materials
Processes requests for reserved materials
Maintains periodical collection (except at headquarters library)
Organizes returned library items on book trucks for shelving
Responsible for opening and closing procedures of the library as needed
Supervises page in the absence of the supervisor
Shelves library materials in the absence of a page
Prepares notices for mailing
Assists with window displays, arts, and crafts as needed
Works in other branches as needed
Attends conferences and workshops as appropriate
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Ability to learn standard library tasks readily and to adhere to prescribed routines
Ability to work well under pressure
General knowledge of reader interests, books, and authors
Self-starter who can work without supervision
Good judgment
Knowledge of Blue Ridge Regional Library policies and procedures
Ability to maintain good working relationships with public/staff
Patience and professionalism
Assist with library programs as needed
Computer literacy or willingness and ability to complete computer training satisfactorily
Oral communication skills
Knowledge of community
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience in working with the public or some college experience.
The Blue Ridge Regional Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The library does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, sex, race, color, age, disability, veteran status, or any other class protected by law in any phase of the employment process, which includes hiring, promotion, transfer, rate of pay, training opportunities, and separation.
