Library Assistant I - Adult

Under the direction of the Library Director, performs paraprofessional library work relating to circulation and programming services for youth.

• Maintains the operation of the circulation desk according to established procedures. Provides circulation services to the public.
• Performs all circulation duties related to circulation desk operations including check-ins, check outs, renewals, holds requests, recording of fines and fees, registration of patrons, shelving and shelf reading.
• Provides reader advisory, computer assistance and reference assistance to patrons.
• Keeps circulation area clean and replenishes desk supplies when needed.
• Answers incoming phone calls and assist with inquiries or forwards to appropriate staff as needed.
• Cash handling.
• Assists with other library duties and special projects from the director as needed.
  
  

[These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related marginal duties as required.]

• Ability to perform tasks accurately according to established guidelines.
• Knowledge of library computer systems and current technology trends.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with staff, volunteers, and library patrons in person and over the telephone.
• Ability to work without close supervision and to exercise good judgment in performing library duties.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to deal with complex tasks.
• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) equivalency
• Completion of two years of college with courses in Library Science
  
  

OR

• Two years experience in responsible setting preferably in a library or similar setting.
• Two years experience working with children and teens.
  
  

[A comparable amount of training, education or experience may be substituted for the above minimum qualifications.]