Part Time Library Assistant

Department:               Library

Salary Range:             $13.65-$15.11/hour

FLSA Status:               Non-Exempt

Status:                         Part-Time

Benefit Status:             Not eligible for benefits

WORK SCHEDULE: Approximately 20 hours/week M-S, various hours & shifts (including Saturdays and evenings.

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs a variety of clerical and customer service functions within the library in order to provide basic library support services and services to patrons including: customer service; issuing library cards; checking materials in and out; collecting and recording money; shelving library materials; data entry; and answering the telephone.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or GED; and,
• Six months to one year of progressively responsible related experience; or,
• Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Licenses and Certifications:

• None

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (All responsibilities may not be performed by all incumbents.)

• Operates the circulation desk and related customer service functions, including: checking materials in and out; answering reference questions; maintaining petty cash and receipts; receiving money for fines, fees, etc.; entering information into computer system; preparing deposits; registering new patrons; procuring materials from neighboring libraries; shelving and maintaining books, periodicals and other materials; assisting patrons in use of computers and other library equipment assisting patrons in locating reference materials; and answering phones, providing assistance and forwarding calls to appropriate staff member.
• Prepares routine and non‑routine reports utilizing a variety of software; receives, sorts, and summarizes material for the preparation of reports.
• Carries out overdue book recall procedures and figures, collects, and records fines.
• Assists in designing and preparing exhibits; assists in developing and distributing instructional materials.
• Makes minor repairs to materials; makes recommendations for materials to be added to collection; maintains records of all materials processed.
• Processes interlibrary loans, including:  processing requests; pulling, packing, and mailing materials; tracing requests, maintaining logs; and notifying patrol of material availability.
• Documents local historical information, etc.

• Opens and closes facility; operates security system; empties drop box.

IMPORTANT JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performs general housekeeping functions including cleaning and maintaining equipment; maintains facility grounds by performing various landscaping functions, removing snow, sweeping steps, etc.

• Enters information into a computer terminal and uses the computer system to retrieve data.

• Disseminates a variety of information and/or reports to various agencies, divisions, or departments via telephone, mail, email or fax.

• May serve as backup for other positions within the department.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Moffat County is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Females/Minority/Veterans/Disabled/ Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Questions?  Contact Human Resources at (970) 824-9195.

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