What are the responsibilities and job description for the TECHNICAL SERVICES ASSISTANT (INTERNAL POST) ASHLEY RIVER LIBRARY position at Dorchester County, SC?
Description
THIS POSITION IS LOCATED AT ASHLEY RIVER LIBRARY.
JOB SUMMARY
The purpose of the class is to perform routine library functions and general clerical work in assigned service. Provides assistance to the cataloging/tech services department. The class is given a general outline of work to be performed and is free to develop work methods and sequences; work is reviewed periodically by supervisor.
Duties
- Performs final processing including applying property stamp, attaching book jackets and inserting security tags.
- Prepares boxed and crated materials for distribution to branch libraries.
- Assists with unpacking and checking newly received orders; monitors and reviews packing slips/invoices to verify correct shipment of materials.
- Assists in copy-cataloging new materials with bibliographic data entry.
- Assists with cataloging and collection development projects.
- Sorts incoming materials according to classification; reshelves, refiles or returns items to designated areas.
- Ensures previously shelved items are in correct order.
- Checks books in and out; registers patrons for library cards; places hold on books as requested; inspects returned materials for damage; verifies due date; computes and receives any fines.
- Retrieves deposited materials from book return.
- Keeps supervisor informed of all issues and concerns encountered.
- Performs general administrative/clerical work as required, including but not limited to preparing reports and correspondence, entering, and retrieving computer data, copying, and filing document, answering the telephone, etc.
- Attends trainings, meetings, workshops, conferences, etc., as necessary to maintain job knowledge and skills.
- Performs other related job duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Six (6) months library experience preferred.
Additional Requirements
Special Qualifications:
Candidate must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent Customer Service Skills.
Must be willing to work weekend and evening hours, as necessary.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in relatively safe, secure, and stable work environment.
Dorchester County has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position; the Library is open from 8am to 8pm seven days a week. Work schedules are assigned based on operational need. Employees must work 40 hours weekly to maintain full-time status. Employees must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays during emergencies or as requested. Positions may require travel throughout the County and between library branches as needed.
Salary : $33,384 - $36,723