Circulation/Technical Services Assistant - Part-Time

Town of Trumbull•Trumbull, CT

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time position that involves performing circulation desk duties, assisting library users, and preparing materials for circulation. Depending on the assignment, responsibilities may also include assisting with youth programs or preparing meeting room spaces for events.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
One (1) year work or volunteer experience in a library, educational, or customer service related field.
Ability to bend and stretch to reach materials on very low and very high shelves.
Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.
Ability to push a full cart of books or other library materials.
Ability to stand for up to eight hours per shift.
Must pass a drug test.
Must pass a physical examination attesting to physical ability to perform the duties involved.
Must be a citizen of the United States or present proper authorization to work in the United States by the closing date.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs all circulation desk duties using a computerized system, including checking materials in/out/renew, processing reserves, collecting fines and fees, issuing and updating library cards, and emptying book drops.
Answers phones, responds to inquiries, and routes calls.
Assists users in locating materials using OPAC or ILL.
Deletes items from the Library Catalog.
Prepares materials for circulation, including labeling and covering.
Shelves materials.
Performs basic reference work or refers requests to the librarian in charge.
Assists with class visits (Youth Department).
May present story times and assist in the preparation of children's programs, crafts, and displays (Youth Department).
May assist with preparing meeting room spaces for events and programs, including the use of audio/visual equipment, setting up/breaking down furniture, meeting presenters, directing participants, and cleaning rooms (Technical Services).
Operates various types of Library equipment.
Familiar with PC technology, word processing, and e-mail.