Valley Springs - Valley Springs Branch Library - Library Branch Assistant

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Salary

Part Time Regular 49% or less - no benefits - $13.18 - $16.00 Hourly

Close Date

Not Listed

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Library Branch Assistant (Valley Springs) description image

This position offers an exciting opportunity for a dedicated library branch assistant to develop programming and work with children & families in the Valley Springs community and elementary school.

Schedule:  Monday 11-5 / Tuesday-Thursday 1-5

Under direction, to perform paraprofessional library work and general clerical work; and do related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

• This position is considered to be paraprofessional, and is expected to perform duties per established policies and procedures under the close supervision of the County Librarian.
• Example of Duties
• Performs general support work to ensure the continued operation of the county branch libraries.
• Operates the library circulation desk, including scheduling staff and volunteers.
• Registering new library users and explaining library policies and procedures.
• Assists library users in selecting and locating books and materials and providing assistance to answer research questions.
• Assists in the set-up and maintenance of library exhibits including bulletin boards, exhibition cases and wall displays.
• Prepares signage, posters, and banners.
• Receives and accounts for all fees, fines and donations.
• Shelves books.
• Works with library users, volunteers and community members regarding library activities.
• Maintains statistics and prepares reports on a variety of library activities.
• Minimum Qualifications
• Possession of an appropriate California driver's license issued by the State Department Motor Vehicles may be required.

Knowledge of:

General library functions; library terminology; common office methodologies.

Ability to:

Learn and perform library clerical work with speed and accuracy; understand and follow oral and written instructions; do routine reference work and assist patrons in the selection and location of library materials; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public; properly and effectively perform general public relations work; maintain accurate records.

Education, Training, and Experience:

Equivalent to graduation from high school and one year of general clerical experience; demonstrated understanding of library functions is required. Completion of thirty (30) semester units of college course work may be substituted for up to 3 months of the required clerical experience.

Special Requirements.

Possession of an appropriate California driver's license issued by the State Department Motor Vehicles may be required.