Library Circulation Assistant

General Description of Position: This position performs library circulation duties and responsibilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Perform circulation duties: check out/renew materials, prepare notices for
overdue materials, collect fines, notify patrons of receipt of ordered
materials,
answer phone and respond to visitor’s questions or direct callers/visitors to
appropriate resource person, maintain reserves collection.
• Provide general information to callers and patrons and assist patrons using
public access equipment, e.g., scanners, laptops, copiers, and other library
equipment.
• Collect data for and prepare reports of library activity.
• Maintain the organization and cleanliness of the circulation desk and the Library.
• Assist library personnel with special projects.
• Assist with annual inventory process; instituting procedures, and prioritizing
work.
• Assist in checking materials during inventory.
• Assemble and display library promotional materials.

$14.00

Education/Training and Experience Required/Preferred
• High school diploma and previous library work experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the
knowledge, skills and abilities is acceptable.

• Knowledge of current office practices, procedures, and equipment; library
procedures; basic mathematics.
• Skills in following oral and written instructions; providing excellent customer
service; performing arithmetical calculations; maintaining files.
• Abilities to learn and apply applicable library policies and procedures;
operate standard office equipment and various telecommunications
networks; perform routine and detailed tasks in an accurate and efficient
manner; maintain effective interpersonal working relationships.

• These are part-time, 29 hours and 20 hours per week, continuing staff
positions, which requires the availability to work evening and weekend
hours.

• The hourly salary is at grade 4A of the staff salary schedule, with a starting
rate of $14.00/per hour.

• Non-insurance benefits include paid time away for vacation, personal, sick and holidays, and prorated tuition.

APPLICATION PROCESS:
To apply for this position, please be prepared to do the following:
• Complete all questions in the application*
• Attach a current resume and a cover letter which addresses how you meet
the qualifications for this position.