Thursday, November 21, 2013
Library Assistant, Full-Time - Enfield Public Library
Library Assistant, Full-Time - Enfield Public Library.
Hourly Rate: $20.18 . General Statement of Duties: The Library
Assistant performs many support activities involved in operating a
library by assisting the professional librarians following established
rules and procedures and policies. May assist in the administration of a
branch in the absence of a professional librarian. Library Assistants
generally work in both technical and user services. User services work
is directly with the public to help them find the information needed.
Technical services is acquiring and preparing material for use and
dealing less frequently with the public. An employee in this class
shall perform routine general library work and may acquire proficiency
in only one of the general specialized areas of library work. Library
Assistants may work on special projects. Supervision Received: Works
under the general direction and supervision of the Head of Circulation
who issues instructions, spot checks work or requires cross-checking by
other personnel, but has some latitude for the exercise of independent
judgment and initiative. Essential Job Functions: In the administration
of a branch or division in the administration of a branch or division in
the absence of a professional librarian; participates in all the work
at the circulation desk such as processing interlibrary loans, and
reserves books, may supervise computer use and train others in the use
of the computer; instructs patrons in the use of media and equipment and
operates equipment, answers telephone, receives overdues, etc; orients
patrons to the library by informing them of services available and the
location of media, by recommending media and by explaining use of the
Public Access catalog; records departmental statistics; compiles and
maintains suspension list; compiles and maintains reserved books. Other
Job Functions: Provides informational and directional services for
patrons, assists in locating reference sources and instructs in their
use; operates and maintains audiovisual equipment; may assist in the
promoting of programs for patrons; maintains the collection by
recommending what media will be mended or discarded and by shelf
reading; performs related duties as required. Physical Demands: 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. Knowledge, Skill,
Ability: Computer skills, knowledge of computerized circulation system,
ability to assist public in using personal computers and products on
local area network. Personal Attributes: Ability to deal with associates
and the public in a courteous manner; ability to make decisions of
other than a routine nature in order to meet controlling conditions;
neat personal appearance; pleasing manner. Experience and Training:
Graduate from High School or equivalent and two (2) years clerical
experience, preferably in a library. This job description is not, nor is
it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions and
responsibilities which comprise this position. Revised: Applications
are available on-line at www.enfield-ct.gov,
or by calling the Human Resources Department at (860) 253-6345. Choose
ONE of the following ways to apply: (1) mail completed applications or
resumes to Town of Enfield, Human Resources Department, 820 Enfield
Street, Enfield, CT 06082, (2) e-mail your resume to jobs@enfield.org,
or (3) fax your resume or application to (860) 253-6264. The Human
Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with
disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA). If you need an accommodation in the application process, please
contact the Human Resources Department. EOE/AA/M/F.
Labels:
administrative,
circulation,
clerical,
full time,
hartford county,
ILL,
library assistant,
paraprofessional,
public libraries,
reference,
technical services
Location:
Enfield, CT, USA