Roseville - City of Lincoln - Library Assistant

https://www.calopps.org/lincoln/job-19860513

Close Date

5/31/2019 at 5pm or until 100 applicants

Salary

$18.43-$24.79 Hourly

Summary

The City of Lincoln is hiring for the seasonal and part-time position of Library Assistant within the Library Department.  There are currently two vacancies in the Department.  This position is limited to working no more than 999 hours per fiscal year.  Under general supervision, this position performs a wide variety of library support services related to patron assistance, circulation, automation, acquisitions, and processing; demonstrates a full understanding of all applicable policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties; performs customer service duties as assigned; performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Maintains the library in a neat and orderly condition.

Assists in training patrons with the online catalog programs, computers, self-checkout machines, and other library equipment and electronic resources. Demonstrates and trains in proper use of the equipment and assists when issues arise and escalates complex concerns.

Assists the public with library materials including checking materials in and out, issuing library cards, collecting fines and payments for lost and damaged materials, updating library customer records and placing holds on materials. Answers directional, informational, reader’s advisory and basic reference questions, directs customers in locating the materials within the library, and assists patrons through redirection and referral to alternative library resources.

Receives payments in cash, checks, and credit/debit cards, provides receipts reflecting transactions, and addresses minor overdue and library customer circulation record issues and escalates more complex concerns. Class specifications are only intended to present a descriptive summary of the range of duties and responsibilities associated with specified positions. Therefore, specifications may not include all duties performed by individuals within a classification. In addition, specifications are intended to outline the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the class and do not necessarily convey the qualifications of incumbents within the position.

Mends and repairs library books and non-book materials.

Prepares marketing materials, public information, and event calendars for supervisor review and distribution.

Creates assigned book displays.

Performs opening and closing procedures.

Plans and implements library programs as directed, including activities related to the appropriate customer base’s age group.

Maintains files of information on various subjects; assists with inventory of library materials.

Faxes, scans, and creates copies when necessary for patrons.

Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies, City management and staff and the public.

Staffs the circulation, reference, and children’s reference desks and provides superior customer service at these desks

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILLS

The following are a representative sample of the KAS’s necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

Knowledge of: Standard library routines, procedures and services; standard library automated circulation and borrower services; library cataloging and classification systems; information sources and methods; collection evaluation and materials selection techniques; applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations; standard office procedures, practices and equipment; modern office equipment including a computer and applicable software; methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing; proper English, spelling and grammar; occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

Ability to: Perform a variety of technical and paraprofessional library support services related to patron assistance; use coding and other technical cataloging standards; interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and regulations; read, interpret and record data accurately; organize, prioritize and follow-up on work assignments; work independently and as part of a team; make sound decisions within established guidelines; follow written and oral directions; observe safety principles and work in a safe manner; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Skill to: Operate an office computer and a variety of word processing and software applications.