Part-Time Library Assistant - Bainbridge

Job Summary

This position provides administrative and customer service support for library operations.

Major Duties

• Affords assistance to patrons at the circulation desk; checks materials in and out; pulls reserve books; provides information and customer service; collects overdue fines.
• Prepares library for daily operation; opens library doors, checks book drop, turns on computers.
• Receives and processes mail.
• Trains, assigns, and supervises student assistants.
• Inventories supplies and records supply orders.
• Sorts and shelves books.
• Operates computer terminal for circulation and reference databases.
• Maintains library social media accounts.
• Performs related duties assigned.

Supervisory Controls

• The Library Director assigns work in terms of general instruction.
• The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

Knowledge Required By The Position

• Knowledge of college policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of library policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of customer service principles.
• Skill in decision making and problem solving.
• Skill in the use of computers and job related software programs.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

Supervisory and Management Responsibility

• None.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.

Physical Demands

• The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping.
• The employee frequently lifts light and occasionally heavy objects, and distinguishes between shades of color.
• The work is typically performed in an office.