Library Assistant - Part Time

This position typically performs basic administrative tasks; and deals courteously and effectively with fellow employees and citizens. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performs administrative duties including basic typing, scanning, creating files, filing, answering telephones, taking messages, copying, light data entry and computer operation.
• Assists the public by providing customer service, including helping customers to obtain a library card and/or use internet use card.

• Demonstrates to customers how to use the library’s catalog and computers. 
• Performs other library-related computer functions using standard office software as well as the library’s integrated system. 
• Checks library materials in and out; shelves materials. 

• Creates and/or maintains documents and databases.
• Updates supervisor of critical issues/events.
• Provides detailed responses to requests for information; reviews and updates administrative procedures.
• Prepares and files required metrics, statistics and regulatory reports.
• Maintains materials for the department.
• Orders supplies and materials.
• Packs and ships items outgoing and processes incoming mail.
• Verifies the accuracy of data and corrects errors.
• May assist with opening and closing procedures of the department.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School diploma or equivalent;
• One (1) year of related administrative experience;

Special Requirements: 

• Data Entry/Basic Skills score of 68 is required for this position;
• Word score of 40 and Excel score of 35 required for this position;
• Departmental testing may be administered during interview;  
• A criminal background check will be completed on selected applicant if a current one (less than 3 years old) is not on file.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Knowledge of personal computers, including Word.
• Skill in clerical tasks including filing, customer service, math, data entry and correct grammar usage.
• Skill in the use of general office equipment.
• Ability to accept payments.
• Ability to manage inventory and property.
• Ability to use small office equipment.

This position requires the employee to sit and use hands to handle, feel, finger, grasp or operate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; use mental acuity and repetitive motion; and walk, talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

The work is regularly performed in a relatively safe, secure and stable work environment. This position will not exceed twenty-nine (29) hours per week. Normal schedule is twenty (20) hours per week between the hours of 9:00am and 7:00pm Monday through Thursday and 9:00am and 5:00pm Friday and Saturday. Scheduled hours/days, job location, duties and any other information contained herein is subject to change. May be required to work extra hours and to perform extra or different duties during emergency situations.