Description
$30,000.00 - $35,610.00 Annually
GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK: Performs intermediate skilled clerical work in the public library; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision of the Library Director.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS:
Operating circulation desk; checking books, magazines, videos and other materials in and out of library; responding to questions from patrons; assisting library patrons.
(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)
- Coordinates activities of the mobile library and outreach services program;
- Provides direct services to individuals and institutions, including but not limited to local daycares, schools, homebound, nursing homes, and retirement centers, during regularly scheduled visits, as well as special events;
- Develops and maintains a schedule of outreach services;
- Develops and presents library programs in accordance with community needs and interests;
- Participates in outreach events, including tent, tables, marketing resources, and program resources.
- Works at circulation desk checking materials in and out of library; enters data into computer system.
- Responds to inquiries concerning library programs, policies, procedures, hours, etc.
- Assists with research, cataloguing or other services and programs as assigned.
- Assists patrons with locating library materials; assists patrons in use of copier and on-line computer.
- Checks NC Cardinal for pending loans.
- Registers new library patrons and enters data into computer, processes library cards.
- Orders requested books on NC Cardinal and maintaining inter-library loan files.
- Enters inter-library loan data into computer system; prints out inter-library loan requests; enters book reserves, holds and loans into computer system.
- Processes and distributes mail.
- Performs related tasks as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
General knowledge of library routine and procedures; knowledge of office terminology, procedures and equipment; ability to follow established procedures and to perform work requiring some detail; skill in the use of office and data entry equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and library patrons; possess excellent customer service and oral communication skills.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and moderate experience working in a library.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operation of machines, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina.