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Library Assistant

Live Oak Public Library -
Savannah, GA

Job Details

Part-time
$15 an hour

Qualifications

Customer communication
In-person customer service
High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

Library Assistant (24 hours per week)

Location: Southwest Chatham Library- 14097 Abercorn Savannah, GA 31419

Pay Grade: 106 ($15.00 per hour)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Summary

Under general supervision of assigned supervisor, this position is responsible for delivering quality customer service that exceeds patron expectations; performing all duties associated with the circulation of library materials; providing general information, answering simple information queries; troubleshooting library equipment; developing and delivering library programs; may serve as Person in Charge.

Duties and Responsibilities

Monitors the behavior and conduct of patrons in the Teen Room and Children’s Area and intervene as necessary to ensure appropriate conduct.
Develops, presents, and evaluates workshops and programs for children, teens, and their caregivers.
Responsible for daily branch opening and closing procedures
Provides circulation services
Prepares, runs, and completes needed library reports
Receives and processes all library materials
Shelves library materials
Maintains shelf appearance by straightening, shifting, and ensuring items are in correct order
Maintains library materials by mending, shelf reading, and weeding on condition
Markets Library materials through timely, relevant displays
Provides assistance/troubleshooting with the use of public fax machines, computers, printers, and photocopiers
Provides assistance with general information inquiries and requests
Performs cash handling
Provides assistance in the use of electronic resources
Provides assistance in the use of basic computer programs (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Suite, etc.)
Prepares and presents programming
May act as Person-In-Charge in the absence of senior staff, as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities with/without reasonable accommodation to enable the employee to communicate effectively.
Sufficient vision or other powers of observation to enable the employee to review a wide variety of materials.
Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, to enable the employee to operate a personal computer, telephone, and related equipment.

Working Conditions:

Physical Demands: Job involves considerable amount of movement and activity. Work routinely involves lifting or handling material weighing up to 25 lbs, pushing book carts weighing up to 100 lbs., and heavy use of the computer.
Mental Demands: This position requires minimal independent judgement. Work is routine in nature, with general supervision.
Emotional Demands: Some stress related to public contact. Some pressure related to periods of high-volume activity.
Social Environment: Regular communications with patrons and staff.
Physical Environment: Typical office/library environment. Some fluctuations in building temperature related to HVAC problems can cause uncomfortable period of heat or cold. Some periods of elevated noise levels.

This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with this position and is subject to review and change at any time in accordance with the needs of Live Oak Public Libraries. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable someone with a qualifying disability to perform the essential functions of the position.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED
Six (6) months of customer service experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Commitment to exceeding customer expectations
Familiarity with todays public libraries (services, materials, and programs).
Strong organizational skills
Ability to follow detailed instructions
Familiarity of Integrated Library System (PINES preferred)
Enthusiasm and Flexibility
Collaboration and Teamwork
Ability to learn basic library system practices and procedures; and arrangement of materials using Dewey Decimal System.

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