Library Assistant (Technology)

Position Definition

Performs responsible and varied clerical-administrative work or para-professional duties; assists patrons in using library services and facilities and maintains materials of a specific unit or library division.

General Duties

• Receives oral or written instructions from Supervisor.
• Plans work according to established procedures.
• Prioritizes tasks within work assignment.
• Allocates work to library clerks and pages.
• Performs work in special unit including Children's, Circulation, Reference, Technical Services or as assigned.
• Maintains specific materials, supplies or equipment.
• Responds to patrons or visitors request for information and assistance or refer inquiries to a Librarian.
• Charges and discharges library books, materials, and equipment.
• Inspects returned books, materials and equipment for damage.
• Follows prescribed routine in receiving compensation for overdue, damaged or lost library items.
• Assists persons in applying for library membership.
• Processes membership applications.
• Types cards, lists, reports, and other information.
• Prepares materials to promote use of Library.
• Operates computer terminal and auxiliary equipment in routine duties.
• Reports work accomplished to Supervisor.

Additional Duties

• Performs special duties as assigned including programming, basic reference, ordering of materials, serials maintenance, etc.
• Reserves books and materials.
• Makes minor repairs to books, materials and equipment.
• Relieves other employees as directed by Supervisor including responsibility for a unit in temporary absence of professional Librarian.
• Performs related tasks as assigned.

Supervision

Receives general supervision from a professional Librarian.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of basic office procedures, including filing, scheduling, posting and basic bookkeeping.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to acquire a working knowledge of regulations and procedures pertaining to library responsibilities.
• Ability to become proficient in using office and library software.
• Ability to maintain accurate files and records.
• Ability to perform accurate mathematical computations.
• Ability to deal cooperatively with others.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED and two years of public library work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with computers, printers, scanners, tablets, or other basic technology.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office, email, internet browsers, and online applications.
• Ability to troubleshoot common computer, printing, and equipment issues.
• Ability to explain basic technology instructions clearly and patiently.