What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Assistant I - Part time position at MAURY COUNTY?
Nature of Work
This is responsible clerical work providing assistance with the daily operations of the public library system for Maury County. Activities associated with the job include checking books and other materials in and out, re-shelving books, assisting with posting and sending overdue notices, assisting library patrons with registration requirements and processing library materials. Additional activities include assisting with the quarterly rotation of loaned materials and answering reference questions. Job responsibilities require some experience working for a public library, good organizational, interpersonal and decision making skills, ability to deal with detailed financial and program related records and good computer skills. Job performance is evaluated by the Library Director through review of the overall organization and operation of the Library, level of support for library operations, ability to accurately handle detailed information and ability to interact effectively with co-workers, volunteers and library patrons.
Illustrative Examples of Work
-Checks books and other materials in or out in accordance with existing policies and procedures.
-Re-shelves and ensures the proper organization of books and other materials.
-Answers reference questions and assists patrons with locating requested books, reference materials, audio books, etc.
-Assists with registering library patrons and ensuring that all information is up to date.
-Answers incoming calls and provides information to the caller and/or refers to the appropriate personnel.
-Puts out daily newspapers and other periodicals for library patrons.
-Assists with story time when necessary.
-Assists with the collection of fees for past due materials and books.
-Assists with maintaining an accurate inventory of all library books, audio books, cd’s, equipment and supplies.
-Assists with issuing library cards to eligible patrons and ensures that loaned materials are returned in a timely manner and/or appropriate notices are sent out regarding overdue books, audio tapes, etc.
-Performs related duties as required.