Library Assistant I (Temporary) (01-26)

POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

This is a part-time position not to exceed 28 hours of work per week. The typical employee is not anticipated to exceed 1000 hours in a fiscal year.

DEFINITION: Under general supervision, learns to perform and performs a wide variety of technical and library support services related to patron assistance, circulation, acquisitions, and processing; learns and demonstrates a full understanding of all applicable policies, procedures, and work methods associated with assigned duties; performs customer service duties as assigned; performs other related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

The Library Assistant I is the entry level position in the library system in which incumbents perform the more routine library service functions, including circulation desk duties, selection and preparation of materials, acquisition and routing of materials, weeding and shelf-reading books, and assisting in the preparation of programs. Initially under closer supervision, incumbents learn to perform functions within established guidelines. As experience is gained, there is greater independence of action within established guidelines. This classification is distinguished from the next higher level classification of Library Assistant II by the performance of work requiring a lesser degree of library operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (include but are not limited to the following) 
Assists patrons at the Circulation Desk; checks in and checks out materials; prepares materials for return to the circulating collection; registers new patrons; collects fines; calculates and records receipt of fees; resolves collection issues; keeps record of the daily patrons. 

Assists with the coordination and implementation of Outreach services. Assists with Children's room activities; monitors the need for new reference materials and the deletion of old reference materials; assists with maintenance of the Reserve system; sends withdrawn reference books to other libraries. 

Processes books; assists with requests for materials not available in local collection; shelves and straightens books; prepares displays, bulletin boards, and bibliographies; assists with special programs, including the summer reading program; creates forms, flyers, etc. for library programs. 

Assists patrons and explains the use of computers as well as other related equipment available for general public use, including internet terminals and associated printing equipment. 

May be assigned the responsibility of acquisition, receiving, and tracking library materials; performs activities related to the processing of purchase orders, accounts payable and receivable; prepares a variety of statistical reports; balances cash receipts; processes library payroll documents. Assists in the coordination of basic public service functions, including organizing story hours, class visits, reading programs, and assisting readers with library resources; sets up displays and other public services activities. 

Assists in updating and maintaining the Library's and Branch Library collection; orders, invoices, receives, and tracks materials selected; operates and maintains a variety of computer systems related to library services and record keeping; posts, files, maintains, and enters records; compiles data and prepares summary reports.

Assists in the selection and processing of incoming materials for use in the Library collection; selects materials for various sections of the collection; orders books from distributors; downloads cataloging records from a database; may assign proper classification numbers and subject headings. Inspects returned materials, including books, publications, and audio-visual materials for damage; performs minor mending, cleaning, and repair of materials as necessary; processes audio-visual materials; operates audiovisual equipment and maintains related records and materials. 

Assists in weeding and shelf-reading; removes designated materials from the collection; reorganizes shelved materials through visual inspection.

Demonstrates a full understanding of applicable policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties. Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, State/local agencies, City management and staff, and the public. 

OTHER DUTIES: (include but are not limited to the following) Performs other related duties as required. 

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in preparing reports using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading written reports and work related documents. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service. The need to lift, drag, and push files, paper, documents, and book carts weighing more than 25 pounds is also required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to establish and maintain effective cooperative relationships with the public, fellow employees, and supervisors; The public, fellow employers, and supervisors; learn detailed, specific library practices and techniques; Do detailed work accurately; Understand and follow oral and written directions.

EDUCATION: 
Graduation from high school. 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 
Possession of or ability to obtain a Class C California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record. Must have the ability to work weekends, evenings and/or holidays and be flexible in working hours. Physical, Mental, Environmental Conditions: Position requires sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping, and making repetitive hand movements above and below shoulder level in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when inspecting work and acute hearing is required when providing face-to-face service. The need to lift and carry supplies and other materials weighing up to 20 pounds is also required. Additionally, the incumbent in this position works indoors and sometimes outdoors when driving the bookmobile. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.

Selection Process:
 Based on a review of the applications received, the candidates appearing to be the most qualified and meeting the City's particular needs will be invited to an interview. 

Exam Information: (Dates to be determined.) 
Panel Oral Interview: 100% Employees in this position are at-will, serving at the pleasure of the City and may resign or may be terminated at any time without cause or the right of appeal.