Part-Time Library Assistant

Please ensure that you fill out this DPS criminal background check permission form  (you must open this in internet explorer to digitally sign). All that is needed is your name, signature, and the date.  

 YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE WITHOUT THE TWO FORMS LISTED BELOW: You MUST attach

•  DPS criminal background check permission form 
• Resume

Shelves and organizes library collection materials; performs related tasks. Assists in preparing the library facilities for program or other use. Performs clerical tasks. The work performed is subject to review through observation, reports and the results achieved.

vary depending on the unit to which the employee is assigned. Other duties may be assigned.

• Works at assigned service desk, greets visitors, and prepares desk for operation. 
• Sorts, separates, arranges, shelves, and files various library materials accurately according to library classification systems (alphabetic, numeric, and alphanumeric). Assists in maintaining collections by inspecting items for damage and performing minor repair.
• Calculates and collects fees and charges from patrons for damaged or lost items, printing, or any other service that requires a fee. Makes change and balances cash drawer with daily receipts. 
• Maintains neatness of assigned section and creates an inviting environment that provides for convenient use of library resources. 
• Assists with special projects involving library promotion and outreach activities, as assigned.
• Prepares and compiles required reports and statistics.
• Plans, assembles, and arranges displays of materials to support popular topics.
• Conducts library tours and orientations, as assigned.
• Provides information on library activities, facilities, rules, and services to patrons. Refers patrons requiring professional assistance to the appropriate staff.
• Receives incoming calls; provides general information to patrons regarding services available to the public, schedule of events, requirements to obtain a library card, overdue items, meeting and study rooms reservations and policies, and other inquiries.
• Assists other units when staffing is inadequate, as assigned/requested.
• Maintains unit equipment including troubleshooting and performing basic maintenance procedures as needed.
• Assists patrons with the use of library resources, including library equipment, computer catalogs, indexes, computerized search systems, self-service print system, and the Internet, providing digital information literacy to patrons on a one-on-one basis as time permits.
• Explains library policies, objectives, and services to community groups and the public.
• Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.
• Performs other duties as required to ensure the smooth operation of the library and the provision of excellent customer service.
• May perform Courier duties as assigned.

POSITION SPECIFIC JOB FUNCTIONS

Children’s and Youth Services:

• Work with the children’s unit leader and supervisor to create crafts and display items. 
• Conduct children-related library tours.
• Must be able to work outdoors during special events and summer programming.

Reference and Adult Services:

• Accesses information from library webpage and digital media offerings.
• Troubleshoots problems with printer sand computers for personal use and for the public; is familiar with the library’s print release and computer reservation system.
• Instructs patrons in the use of the library’s electronic resources and databases.
• Teaches patrons to use the technology including smartphones, tablets, and computers as they relate to utilizing library resources.

Circulation Services:

• Registers patrons, processes library card applications. Issues new patron cards/update cards.
• Enters and retrieves patron and circulation information by computer terminal in a computerized circulation system. Maintains patron and material records.
• Performs library materials check-in, check-out, renewal, holds, and patron registration and renewal; routes material to correct locations, and notifies patrons about reserved materials.
• Responsible for checking and emptying returns/drops and following protocol for safe check-in of materials, including cleaning and disinfecting material, as needed, using the proper technique and equipment. 

Shelving Services:

• Shelves library materials in proper order.
• Performs shelf reading to assure materials are in proper order. 
• Assists staff with checking materials for damage and removing them from the shelves.

Bookmobile Services:

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.

Meets the minimum age requirements per Midland County Personnel Manual.

Adequate transportation is required.

• Project a positive and pleasant attitude to the public and cooperates and maintains an effective relationship with other staff members as part of a team.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to learn the Dewey Decimal system and other library filing systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally, in writing and by listening.
• Working knowledge of the library collection, an awareness of the purposes and functions of the public library, and the ability to learn routine library procedures.
• Willingness to maintain and improve skills.