EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED
These tasks are illustrative only; to carry out the day-to-day functions of the job, other duties may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or logical assignment to the position. Essential job functions designated with (E).
- Assists customers with identifying, locating and using Library materials. (E)
- Provides general circulation services, including registering new borrowers, updating customer records, placing holds, checking out materials, etc. (E)
- Assists customers with the online catalog and the Library’s website, including databases. (E)
- Uses the Library’s integrated library system (ILS) to process discharges, fill or clear holds, place or receive items in transit, and maintain accurate status of items. (E)
- Processes ILS reports to identify and retrieve items to fill hold requests and to return expired holds to the collection.
- Empties materials drops located inside and/or outside the Library. (E)
- Collects and maintains appropriate records of fines and fees received. (E)
- Sorts Library materials and shelves them according to their established arrangement. (E)
- Assists customers with current mobile device technology and assists them in downloading and/or accessing the Library’s online digital materials such as eBooks. (E)
- Communicates and enforces the Library’s Code of Conduct and other policies, procedures, and rules to customers. (E).
- Checks arrangement of shelved materials to assure they are in proper order. (E)
- Assists in conducting inventory of Library collections.
- Moves and arranges Library materials under supervision. (E)
- Retrieves Library materials as requested. (E)
- Assesses Library materials for needed repair or repackaging and identifies items for discard/replacement review. (E)
- Uses Library equipment proficiently and instructs and demonstrates use, including self-checkout stations, to customers as needed. (E)
- Provides Readers’ Advisory services. (E)
- Makes appropriate referrals to other Library units, agencies, etc., for information or materials not available at work location. (E)
- Cleans and dusts Library equipment, materials and shelving; assists in keeping the Library clean and neat. (E)
- Assists customers in submitting interlibrary loan requests. (E)
- May assist with training of staff and volunteers.
- Monitors and stocks brochure display and publicity items.
- Promotes Library programs and assists customers in registering for them. (E)
- Attends meetings, training programs, workshops, etc. as requested by supervisor. (E)
- Follows safe work methods to prevent injury. (E)
- Works a schedule that meets the needs of the unit. (E)
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance and remains compliant with the Library System’s Attendance Guidelines. (E)
- Performs other related duties as required.
