Library Technical Assistant - Perrot Memorial Library, Old Greenwich. Part-Time 15 hours/week. Salary: $19.00 Hourly. General
Statement of Duties: Performs responsible technical work assisting
librarians to acquire, prepare and organize materials in all formats and
support librarians in helping users to obtain and locate information
from a variety of sources as well as assisting with computer equipment
and software procedures on the various library computers and computer
systems. Work requires flexibility and may be performed in one division
or in many divisions as part of a cooperative team. May supervise
clerical subordinates as assigned. Works under the general supervision
of a librarian.
This is a part-time position located at Perrot Memorial Library (90
Sound Beach Ave., Old Greenwich, CT 06870), and will be scheduled for
approximately 15 hours per week. **Must be able to work some evenings
and weekends.**
Qualifications: Two years of college level courses in library
science, computer science plus at least 2 years of full-time experience
as a Library Clerk in a library with heavy computer utilization (or a
Bachelor's Degree plus 1 year of related experience); or high school
graduation plus 4 years of related experience; or an equivalent
combination of education and experience.
ESSENTIAL FEATURES: Assists in the acquisition, preparation and
organization of materials; uses various computers and software programs
to place orders for library materials and electronic information
services and locates the information necessary to catalog them; assists
in or oversees receipt of orders; maintains invoices and fund accounting
for orders; catalogs and prepares library materials in all formats for
loan. Creates written reports, technical materials and informative
guidelines as needed. Supports various reference services; assists
librarian at reference desk; helps patrons to find information and
materials in a variety of formats; indexes local newspapers and
magazines; prepares bulletin board and other displays; finds books on
selected topics for book displays; may conduct story hours. Supervises
and assists in the circulation of all types of materials; interprets
rules and procedures for circulation to the clerical staff and the
public; may assist in maintenance of book, periodical or media
collection; may train and/or supervise part-time staff; may prepare
schedules for full-time and part-time staff. Contributes to the goals
and processes of the assigned team. May be responsible for a specific
area of the collection: evaluates, orders and culls titles; interfaces
with vendors; receives orders and may manage supply budget. Keeps
abreast of subject area; may supervise part time employees in completing
specific projects. Processes interlibrary loan requests from anywhere
in the United States using several computer databases; may prepare loans
for lending and return the materials to their home library. Performs
general upkeep and troubleshooting of computers and peripherals;
compiles statistics for this function. Assists with a variety of
computer operations and may oversee data-entry and work with specific
software programs. Assists the public in a willing and cooperative
manner; selects and takes books to patrons in nursing homes; drives the
book van to the nursing homes. Performs related duties as required.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Considerable knowledge of
library computer databases, equipment and library programs; knowledge
of library clerical and statistical routines. Working knowledge of
library principles, methods and techniques and the ability to make
decisions based on established policies and procedures. Working
knowledge of books and other media or specific area of service including
library reference materials, music, video, etc. Ability to operate and
troubleshoot a wide variety of computer equipment, audio-visual
equipment and office equipment related to library functions; knowledge
of and experience in the operation of library computer databases and
equipment. Ability to communicate effectively and to supervise
subordinates; ability to work with other staff and the public in a team
environment. Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with library
patrons and harmoniously with other staff members in a team environment.
Ability to perform the physical duties of the job, including pushing
and pulling loads weighing up to 300 lbs, lifting and carrying loads of
books and (occasionally) small children and ability to climb stools,
ladders, etc. in the performance of the work. Ability to operate a motor
vehicle in the State of Connecticut.
Visit this link for more information and to apply. Closing: 8/5/2019 4:00 PM Eastern.
