Library Assistant

Under general supervision performs data entry/utilization of library data base, also including creating various records, correspondence, reports, etc. Greets visitors and patrons. Provides assistance and information.  Answers telephone, maintains patron records, applications, etc.  Assists in taking inventory, repairing, shelving books and maintaining shelves.  Prepares and maintains various reports and statistical information. Assists with circulation of library materials. Provides daily assistance to patrons of the library; greets and assists patrons; provides direction to patrons in use of library services; checks in and out materials; assists patrons in the computer lab; provides training in the use of the virtual library; assists patrons with research, use of equipment and other databases.  Assists with circulation of library materials. Assists patrons with the self- checkout. 

Performs routine clerical and administrative tasks for the library; registers patrons, issues library cards and explains use of the library and services. Answers reference questions with the assistance of the librarian, takes requests for book reservations.

Responsible for circulation using the computer and online catalog, receives money for overdue fines, lost books, and membership fees. Processes credit and debit cards
Answers telephone, relays calls, takes messages, and provides information.

Provides and promotes routine operational tasks to assist in maintaining the continuous flow of service in the library; shelves books, maintains shelves, audios, and DVDs.Education and Experience:
High School Education or equivalent; and

None to one year of experience; or 

Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Licenses and Certifications: 
None requiredIMPORTANT JOB FUNCTIONS:
Participates in on-going training sessions, workshops, and seminars.

Provides assistance in specialized programs when needed.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED:
General Office Equipment

Library Circulation
 
Knowledge of:
Basic library operations, policies and procedures.

The Dewey Decimal system.

Basic arithmetic.

All computer applications and hardware related to performance of the essential functions of the job.

Skills in:
Filing alphabetically, numerically, using good spelling, and performing basic math computations.

Communicating orally with internal staff, citizens, and other departmental staff in order to give and receive information in a courteous manner.