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Job Summary: 

Under direct supervision, performs basic library support work assisting patrons and keeping the library orderly, neat and clean.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  

• Checks library materials out and in; issues library cards and updates library patron records; enters and verifies data in a computerized system and prepares periodic standard reports from provided data; collects fines and fees at the counter.
• Prepares books and library materials for shelving; shelves books, A/V items, and serials.
• Removes outdated books and materials from the shelves as directed.
•  Answers telephone calls, routes calls and takes messages; renews books by phone; prepares new patron packets.
• Assist patrons with computers and in finding library materials.
• Assists patrons with Interlibrary Loan (ILL) requests.
• Performs a variety of clerical duties including photo copying, filing, and maintains records.
• Mends minor damage to items.
• Assists in children’s programs, teen scene, adult programs, literacy programs, or other community service events.
• Prepares meeting rooms for programs by setting up tables, chairs, and furniture or equipment.
• Maintains a safe and welcoming environment suitable for library use by both public and staff.
• Updates Accelerated Reader (AR) lists.
• Maintains bulletin boards and public information displays.
• Other duties as requested, directed or assigned. 

Education and Experience:

Any combination of schooling, training, and experience that would provide the ability to learn and file according to the Dewey Decimal Classification System and to read, write and communicate at a level to fulfill the duties of the position.

Experience working in a library and knowledge of the Dewey Decimal Classification System is desirable.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• General knowledge of basic library operations.
• Ability to alphabetize and numerically sort materials.
• Ability to assist patrons in a cheerful efficient manner.
• Knowledge of and skill in operating office equipment, including personal computer and computer programs including word processing applications.
• Able to follow oral and written instructions and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with other employees and the public.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Physical Demands:

• Lift, move, and carry library books, materials, tables, chairs, equipment, and other items up to 40 pounds.
• Walk or stand up for extended periods.
• Stoop, bend or kneel for extended periods.

Work Environment:

The work environment is indoors with high ceilings, is air conditioned and heated, and is illuminated with LED and flourescent lighting. 

Computer stations are set up on tables and standard height counters. The designated area for children has low cushioned seating; the book shelves are anchored and secured to the floor per code.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

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