Part-time Library Assistant- Vinton Library

Performs a wide variety of general library work in public services. Responsible for routine activities associated with the operations of a public library. May be assigned anywhere within the system to meet staffing needs. Performs other duties as assigned.

*Shift Hours and/or Days worked: Evenings and Weekends are required
*Hours Required for this position:  15-20 hours per week

~ Assists patrons in the use of the library and the materials collection.
~ Provides circulation related services including: registering borrowers, charging, renewing, or discharging materials, placing requests, receiving the payment of fines and fees, etc.
~ Manages public computer usage, provides assistance with public computer workstations.
~ Provides reader’s advisory and reference service for patrons.
~ Assists patrons with library equipment such as public computers, printer/copiers, fax machines, and catalog computers.
~ Assists patrons with personal devices such as smart phones, tablets, and laptops.
~ Performs missing item inventory and gathers and processes items for deselection as determined by professional staff.
~ Provides procedural guidance and task supervision on a regular basis, including the proper execution of closing and opening routines, serves as senior member in charge of a facility or division for various shifts and for any period when needed.
~ Assists the professional staff in the operation of the Library.
~ Plans, delivers, and assists with library programming.
~ Assists with activities related to the marketing and promotion of library materials and services.
~ Helps train and supervise subordinate staff as needed.
~ Provides technology instruction.
~ Follows policies and procedures related to cash handling.
~ Repairs items as necessary and participates in collection maintenance activities. 
~ Participates in team or system projects.
~ Assists library patrons at outreach events and stops. Drives community outreach vehicle and sets up outreach events, including tent, tables, marketing resources, and program resources.
~ Maintains consistent communication with regularly scheduled outreach stops and works with Community Engagement Librarian to develop additional stops and plan outreach events.
~ Enters item records in automated catalog. Resolves issues with previously processed items.
~ Reconciles shipments of materials with invoices and prepares items for catalogers.
~ Processes items, including creating spine labels, making and applying various stickers, wrapping books, and stamping materials with appropriate markings and addresses.
~ Informs professional staff of any supply needs.
~ Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with County employees, vendors, customers, and the public.
~ Performs other duties as assigned.