Bakersfield – Bakersfield College – Library Assistant I

URL: https://goo.gl/cJYIls

Salary: $13/hr (19 hrs/week)

First Screening Date (open until filled): 3/30/17

Basic Function:

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform general clerical work in support of the various sections of the library; check materials in and out of the library; provide general and technical assistance to library patrons.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

The Library Assistant I classification performs a wide variety of routine clerical assignments and provide general assistance to library patrons. The Library Assistant II typically performs a wide variety of moderately difficult to complex clerical duties in an assigned library function and train and

provide work direction to staff during an assigned shift.

Representative Duties:

·         Perform general clerical work such as typing, duplicating, entering information into computer, processing incoming mail and maintaining various files and records; answer telephones and direct callers to appropriate personnel; take and relay messages as appropriate; record and maintain various statistics on library usage.

·         Check out books and other library materials; receive and process returned materials; inspect condition of materials returned; sort incoming books and prepare book carts; renew materials by phone.

·         Assist in the processing of library materials; evaluate and maintain orderliness of shelved materials; pull and route materials in need of mending, binding, repairing or discarding; clean and repair materials as directed; glue, re-label or tape books as needed.

·         Issue library use cards; explain the policy for the library card; contact patrons with overdue library materials; receive and receipt overdue fines; count and record cash received.

·         Provide general and technical assistance to library patrons; instruct and aid patrons in the use of various library equipment; assist patrons in the use of computer indexes; answer reference and directional questions.

·         Maintain records of periodical subscriptions; check in new periodicals and prepare for display or introduction to the library collection; route specific periodicals to designated personnel and departments.

·         Operate a variety of equipment including a copier, microfilm reader, intercom system, television and library security system.

Education and Experience:

Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and one year of general clerical experience.

Knowledge and Abilities:

·         Telephone techniques and etiquette.

·         Operation of standard office equipment including a computer and data entry techniques.

·         Basic record-keeping techniques.

·         Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.

·         Oral and written communication skills.

·         Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

·         Basic math.

Ability to:

·         Perform a variety of routine clerical duties.

·         Answer phones and greet the public courteously.

·         Make routine math calculations.

·         Operate a computer terminal and enter data.

·         Maintain routine records.

·         Complete work with many interruptions.

·         Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

·         Learn basic library methods, procedures and terminology.

·         Learn to operate a variety of equipment including a intercom system, library security system and a microfilm reader.

·         Learn library classification system.

·         Learn the location of materials in the library.

·         Work cooperatively with others.

·         Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.