Library Specialist I (Vanderbilt Beach Branch Library)

Job Summary

Performs a variety of routine support (non-professional) duties relating to the overall operation of the public library at the Vanderbilt Beach Branch Library. This Library Specialist I will be required to work Saturdays to accommodate library visitors during weekend hours.

Essential Functions

• Implements all circulation policies and procedures; executes the overall operation of the circulation desk.
• Performs circulation duties; checks books in and out; retrieves books from book drop; takes overdue fines, writes receipts, and completes daily cash receipts; issues library cards; requests inter-library loan services; assists in managing circulation and patron services.
• Operates library facility; shelves books and audio-video; reads shelves; ensures shelves are in order; and assists in removing and restocking library inventories.
• Provides customer service to library patrons; assists patrons in choosing books to read; assists patrons with research material; looks up information in electronic information resources, encyclopedias, reference books, on-line catalog; directs and assists with reference questions; maintains all patron registration files; helps patrons operate copier, computers, and Internet service; enrolls patrons in special programs, and provides general assistance.
• Processes incoming and outgoing mail; checks in periodicals.
• Repairs books and cassette sets or coordinates repairs with vendors; glues and/or tapes torn pages, replaces missing pages, re-inserts and glues loose pages, etc.; places mylar covers on books; reviews audio and video cassettes for damages and replaces as needed.
• Researches and processes missing materials; contacts patrons by phone regarding missing materials on their card with fines and/or lost fees; follows up with letter if not returned; places stop on patron accounts until issues are resolved; processes lists for send items, DU and unclaimed books.
• Processes new and gift books, audiovisual, and other library materials; stamps logo on book; types and attaches spine label; checks books into system.
• Designs and prepares displays, bulletin boards, and posters.
• Answers incoming telephone calls and directs call to various workstations.
• Adds patron reserve book requests to computer system; notifies patrons when their request has arrived.

• Maintains cleanliness and general order of library.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Six (6) months of related experience preferred.
• Fingerprinting required.

Supplemental information

• Salary offers above the minimum pay grade may be considered based on qualifications.
• Essential Employees may be required to work during an undeclared or declared emergency. The County’s Administrative Office will determine who will be required to work on an incident-by-incident basis.
• This job posting is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.