Library Aide

Primary Purpose

Aid the librarian in managing the campus library's operations. Perform clerical tasks under supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED certificate
• Associate’s degree or two years of higher education study

Major Responsibilities And Duties

• Library Program Support:
• Provide individual and group instruction on library resources
• Check in and out books and materials
• Record fines and prepare materials for classroom use
• Prepare and update bulletin boards and displays
• Read to small groups of students and listen to individual students read
• Accounting and Inventory:
• Maintain library catalog
• Perform annual inventory and weeding of materials
• Receive and process new books, materials, and equipment
• Reconcile with packing slips and invoices
• Schedule and arrange for repairs of books, materials, and equipment
• Clerical Support:
• Compile, maintain, and file reports, records, and documents
• Create bibliographies, forms, purchase orders, requisitions, and correspondence
• Student Management:
• Supervise and monitor students as assigned
• Assist the librarian and teachers in maintaining student behavior and order
• Other:
• Operate library and instructional equipment
• Maintain library operations in the absence of the librarian
• Direct the work of parent volunteers and student aides
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Work inside
• Work alone
• Exposure to biological and chemical hazards such as mold and dust
• Regular sitting, standing, kneeling, squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Frequent keyboarding and use of mouse
• Regular overhead reaching
• Climb ladders occasionally

Tools/Equipment Used

• Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals
• Standard library equipment including imaging equipment
• Standard instructional equipment