PT - Library Circulation Assistant 1

Job Summary

The Library Circulation Assistant 1 is responsible for circulation of library materials, assisting patrons, and maintaining the reference, periodical, and bookstack areas.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Circulate library materials on the computer system: a) charge, discharge, renew materials; b) distribute holds and verify books on the hold shelf; c) create, renew, and edit user records.

• Use cash register to collect fees and overdue fines.

• Prepare books at the circulation desk for reshelving.

• Shelve reference books, periodicals, and regular stack books. File microforms.

• Answer the phone; provide limited information regarding library materials while directing more extensive reference questions to the reference librarian.

• Assist in searching for missing books.

• Dust shelves and perform other light cleaning tasks.

• Help patrons use the library's scanner.

• Help the supervisor prepare the reserve shelf.

• Perform other duties as necessary.

• Strong communication skills.

• Ability to work accurately with the library's classification system for shelving books.

• Ability to focus on details while also handling numerous interruptions at the front desk.

• Ability to work some Saturdays, evenings, and during the summers.

• Availability to work 10-20 hours per week.

Preferred Skills/Abilities

• Capacity to commit to the position for two years.

• Previous library experience is beneficial but not necessary.