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Children's Services Library Assistant

City of Stoughton
Part-time
On-site
Stoughton, Wisconsin, United States
$20.46 - $20.46 USD hourly

SUMMARY OF JOB

The purpose of this position is to provide in-depth reference, reader’s advisory, technology training, programming, and other assistance to library patrons, and maintain the organization of library collections. 
This 20-hour-per-week position is eligible for benefits at a prorated amount.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Work at the Children’s Information Desk; provide accurate reference and other information using both print and electronic resources; assist library users both in-person, by phone, and by mail; enforce library policies and procedures while supervising public use of collection, technology and facility; respond to material requests from other system libraries; issue library cards; maintain work area and equipment; assist and train library users with use of technology; gather statistics; other duties as assigned. 
  • Work circulation desk, as directed; check materials in and out; collect overdue fines and lost book payments; clear book drop and book return bin; answer telephones, provide information, and direct calls as appropriate. 
  • Plan, organize, and present programs as assigned. Participate in the Children’s summer Library Program: help plan how the department will run the program each summer and follow procedures for issuing and tracking reading logs and awarding prizes. 
  • Participate in continuing education opportunities, training sessions, and webinars as assigned. 
  • Special duties may include: developing and managing assigned areas of collection; placing orders, maintaining periodical subscriptions, and processing/managing magazines and newspapers; training and supervising teen summer library volunteers; creating bulletin boards and special displays; planning and preparing materials for story time and special program crafts and activities; serving on SCLS or Stoughton community committees as assigned; and creating promotional materials for youth services programs, including the Summer Library Program. 
  •  Responsible for opening and closing routines. 
  • Ability to work flexible hours as defined for this position. 
  • All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree.
  • One year of library experience or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  • Computer skills: proficiency with Microsoft Office programs; knowledge of basic computer troubleshooting; prior experience working with an ILS preferred. 

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Supervisory Requirements

  • Ability to direct the work of library shelvers, interns, and volunteers, as necessary. 
Language Skills
  • Ability to comprehend and interpret a variety of documents including procedure manuals, library catalogs, databases, reference materials, etc. 
  • Ability to prepare a variety of documents including bibliographies, statistical reports, and procedure manuals using prescribed format and conforming to rules of punctuation, grammar, diction, and style.
  • Ability to record and deliver information, explain procedures, and follow instructions.
  • Ability to use and interpret library automation terminology. 
  • Ability to communicate effectively with supervisor, library users, volunteers, library and City staff, representatives of other libraries, and the general public verbally and in writing. 
  • Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment. 
Mathematical Skills
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide. 
  • Ability to calculate percentages and fractions; ability to create and interpret basic statistical reports. 
Judgment and Situational Reasoning Ability
  • Ability to interpret written and oral instructions. 
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in situational requirements. 
Physical Abilities
  • Ability to operate and troubleshoot a variety of office and library equipment including computers, photocopier, telephone, printers and other office machines, video, and audio equipment. 
  • Ability to lift and place boxes and other objects with average weights of 25 pounds onto carts and shelves; some objects may weigh up to 40 pounds. 
  • Ability to push book carts that may weigh up to 80 pounds. 
  • Ability to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and balance in order to perform a variety of job functions. 
Environmental Adaptability
  • Ability to work effectively in a typical library environment.