What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Assistant I - Extension Job at Anderson County Library in Anderson position at Anderson County Library?
Job Description
Job Description
Description : GENERAL DESCRIPTION
In rotation with other members of the Extension Department, is responsible for driving the Bookmobile, performing circulation functions, acting as Courier for the Library system, and providing administrative support to the Extension Department and the Head of Extension
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the supervision of the Head of Extension.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
None.
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.)
- In rotation with other members of the Extension Department, is responsible for driving the Bookmobile and performing circulation functions. Operates and drives Library vehicles in a safe manner.
- Performs circulation functions including :
Issuing new library cards and processing registration forms.
Advising patrons concerning the library and its services, resources, and policies.
Tracks patron usage.
Requirements :
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience :
A) High School Diploma; and
B) One (1) year of customer service or library work experience, preferred.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
A) Excellent computer skills, including keyboarding, Word, Excel, and internet experience; ability to perform detailed and precise work.
B) Ability to adhere to library policies and procedures; ability to set priorities and manage workloads.
C) Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public and all library employees; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to work in a team environment as well as independent work.
D) Ability to adjust to changes in the daily work schedule; ability to handle multiple projects at the same time.
E) Ability to learn Dewey Decimal system, automated circulation system and library circulation policies and procedures, ability to count change and handle money.
F) Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a safe driving record.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
Desktop computer, including typing and spreadsheet programs and Integrated Library Software, cash register, copier, printer, general office tools, and desensitizing and sensitizing equipment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate or moderate to loud depending on if the work is inside the library or on the road.
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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit or stand for long periods of time; and talk or hear, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; bend; push; pull; lift; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to travel to other areas of the library and Anderson County.
The employee must lift and / or move up to 40 pounds and maneuver a fully loaded book truck and / or hand truck.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and long range vision and the ability to adjust focus.
