LIBRARY ASSISTANT

PERSONNEL: Library Assistant 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Requires 6 to 12 months experience in a similar job 
• Must have training in the Dewey Classification System, correct library procedures, effective communication techniques, common library reference books, and appropriate equipment operation
• Ability to type a minimum of 50 wpm
• Must be able to work cooperatively with other personnel
• Requires judgment and the making of minor decisions
• Prepare library media using correct cataloging techniques.
• Supervise student users and library science students.
• Demonstrate AV and video equipment usage to students and teachers
• Use normal office equipment proficiently, including computers.
• Apply library practices and procedures.
• Teach library science to students using the library.
• Help library patrons.
• Promote library usage among students and faculty.
• Maintain inventory of AV equipment and supervise minor repairs.
• Responsibility for correctly making all media shelf-ready and serving a variety of user needs (including reference assistance) are inherent aspects of the job.
• Other duties as assigned within the area of job responsibility.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of duties and responsibilities that may be required of employees given this title.  It shall not be construed as determining what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be.  It is not intended to limit in any way the right of supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

Salary : $16