Inter Departmental Assistant

Town Of Southington • Southington, CT

6d • $0 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

Under direct supervision, performs departmental duties as assigned by the adult services librarian and the cataloger and does related work as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma is required.
• Ability to use good judgment in dealing with patrons and critical situations.
• Able to lift, push or pull up to 30 pounds.
• Able to stretch and reach above/below individuals’ standing baseline reach.
• Able to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Able to speak in a clear and discernible manner.
• Able to move freely within the library building.

Nice To Haves

• College degree preferred.
• Some library experience would be helpful but not essential.
• Some knowledge of computerized library system is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the operation of adult services including the computerized circulation system, service desk, managing the reserve and overdue system, and fine collection and payment for lost and damaged items.
• Prepares books and other media types for circulation.
• Repairs and cleans books and other media types.
• Places holds for patrons.
• Helps patrons find items.
• Performs change overs and weeding at the discretion of the circulation supervisor.
• Assists patrons with the operation of the public copier.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED