Library Assistant – Technical Services

Department: M.G. Parker Memorial Library 
Supervisor: Technical Services Librarian
Union Status: Union (salary only)
Rate: $16.08 per hour
Position: Part-time
Hours: 18 hours per week
Grade: 2 (Steps 1 -12)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Summary:

Under the general supervision of the Technical Services Librarian, the Library Assistant – Technical Services performs work related to preparing library materials for circulation, including cataloging, processing, and classification. The position also assists at the reference and circulation desks as needed, along with other related duties.

Supervision:

Works under the general direction of the Technical Services Librarian and in accordance with established procedures, policies, and professional standards. Duties require independent judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

May occasionally supervise volunteers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The essential functions or duties listed below are illustrations of the type of work performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

• Responsible for preparing, classifying, and cataloging library materials for circulation; includes books, periodicals, and non-print materials. Such preparations include marking, covering, and processing library materials, determining their classification, and adding them to the library’s ILS to be cataloged.
• Monitor inventory of supplies.
• Perform additional functions including reference and circulation duties.
• Assume additional responsibilities in the absence of other staff.
• Perform other similar or related duties, as required or as situation dictates.

Recommended Minimum Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Two years of library experience (including cataloging) or customer service experience preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Knowledge, Ability & Skill:

• Knowledge of professional library principles and practices, including cataloging, reference, circulation, and automated systems.
• Working knowledge of computer systems and standard office equipment.
• Ability to work accurately with detailed information and follow established procedures.
• Ability to work independently and interact effectively with patrons of diverse needs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; interpersonal, planning, and organizational abilities.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Duties may require standing, walking, sitting, handling or feeling objects, reaching with hands and arms, climbing or maintaining balance, and verbal communication and hearing. The employee may occasionally lift or move up to 40 pounds. Vision requirements may include close and distance vision needed for assigned tasks.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations made be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Work is performed in a library setting and may be influenced by seasonal fluctuations, including school calendar demands and program cycles.
• The employee regularly uses standard library and office equipment, including computers, printers, scanners, copiers, and fax machines.
• The position involves handling confidential patron records and circulation information; adherence to confidentiality policies is essential.
• Errors may result in delays in service, financial impact, or damage to library materials or equipment. This is a part-time position (18 hours per week). 
• The regular schedule includes evening and weekend hours.

Additional Information:

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a CORI background check, physical examination, and drug screening, as required by the Town of Dracut.

The Town of Dracut is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants and employees to discuss accommodation needs.

This job description is not a contract and does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee. The Town reserves the right to modify this description at any time to reflect organizational needs and job requirements.