Part-time Librarian I

GENERAL SUMMARY 
 
Under general supervision, this position will assist with the day-to-day clerical responsibilities of the circulation desk and provide a range of services, such as reference, information, instruction, and basic computer assistance. The position will work on average 25-29 hours per week.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Assists patrons at circulation desk with book returns and checkouts, payment of fines, and completing Library card application and hold request forms.
• Updates social media accounts monthly for upcoming events and consistent branding.
• Organizes books into their Dewey number and re-shelve materials properly.
• Assists with library tasks, programs, and special events.
• Provides patrons with basic computer/printer assistance.  
• Helps keep the library clean and organized.
• Screens and handles routine correspondence, e-mails, and calls.
• Other duties as assigned.

ABILITIES, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Ability in the following:
  1. To communicate clearly and effectively in English.
  2. Interact cordially with customers of different demographics.
• Knowledge in the following: 
  1. Dewey Decimal Classification system.
  2. Library and city policies and procedures. 
• Skills in the following:

1. Strong internal and external communication.
2. Basic computer/printer.
3. Strong organization.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
•              Typical office environment with little or no exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
•              Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, use hands, operate objects, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Ability to reach with hands and arms.
•              May be required to climb and balance. May occasionally carry, pull, push, or lift up to 25 pounds.
•              Specific vision abilities required include close and distance vision acuity and the ability to adjust focus, allowing a broad field of vision.
•              Physically able to operate a variety of computer and office equipment.
•              Must be comfortable with ambiguity.