Library Assistant I (19 hours/week, 11 months/year)

September 22, 2026

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.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. Train and provide work direction to student assistants; assist other library personnel as directed. Assist with inventory of library book collection and supplies as assigned. Perform related duties as assigned.Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and one year of general clerical experience.KNOWLEDGE OF 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.

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