P/T Library Aide

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Mon, 12 Jul 2021 08:39:33 -0600
Job Description: Job Title: Public Library Aide Department: Library Status: Non-Exempt Reports to: Library Director
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES Provides informational services such as answering questions and assists public in use of local and networked resources like books and online articles. Works behind circulation desk or other assigned area checking in and out publications and then re-shelving them, assists in ongoing services and programs. Preparing and selling items at library café. This is a people-oriented position and one must be able to represent the Library in a credible manner. Primary location of duties will be at the Public Library. He or she performs all duties in accordance with the City Personnel Policies, other applicable rules and laws. Duties include, but not limited to, the following:
Compiles records, sorts and shelves books, and issues and receives library materials. Majority of work is at the circulation desk where one will use an automated system to check books in and out, register patrons, and collect and record fines and fees.
Inspects returned books for damage, verifies due date in system and receives overdue fines.
Sorts books, publications, and other items according to classification code and returns them to shelves, files or other designed storage area.
Aids in locating books and publications for patrons. Will answer patron's questions on phone or in person. Provides patrons with computer or internet assistance. Aids in children's programs like story time, library tours, and all other programs and services. Other duties may be assigned as well.
Prepares food and beverage items at library café in accordance with health and safety regulations.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES
Proper clothing or uniform and personal equipment to be approved by the Director or Librarian. To be provided will be: needed books, computers, telephones, adding machines, file cabinets, copiers, desk, office and any other computer equipment, materials or special items required to perform assigned tasks. Library hours involve evenings and on weekends and this position will have a rotating schedule to fill those hours.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time. The applicant must be able to reach with hands and arms, climb and balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and talk and hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision required by this job includes close vision, distance vision, and color vision. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Required high school diploma or equivalent and must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be able to communicate effectively with the general public and be of good character.
Must hold a current valid Texas Class C Driver's License and have reliable, insured transportation.
Must be able to use a computer and be proficient with MS Office Basic Suite: Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
OTHER CAPABILITIES
The applicant must be able to read, analyze, and interpret general periodicals, journals and technical procedures. The applicant must demonstrate the ability to write reports and correspondence. The applicant must be able to effectively present information and respond to questions from the general public. Bilingual preferred.
The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload. The above noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the associate a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of his/her position. As the City’s demands change so will the essential functions of this position.
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