Library Aide - Public Services

City of Auburn, AL • Auburn, AL

30d • Onsite

About The Position

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description. LIBRARY AIDE-PUBLIC SERVICES Department: Library Pay: Temporary Pay Table FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Personnel Status: Temporary Part-Time JOB SUMMARY This position provides support to the functions of the Public Services division of the Auburn Public Library. This position reports to the Public Services Librarian.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license for the type of vehicle or equipment operated. Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.
• Knowledge of the procedures and policies of the Auburn Public Library.
• Knowledge of the Dewey Decimal classification system.
• Knowledge of the organization of library collections.
• Knowledge of local government operations, policies and plans, and modern office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other similar programs.
• Skill in using computers for data entry, word processing, and/or accounting purposes.
• Skill in the use of small office equipment, including calculators, copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
• Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to meet and deal with employees and the public in an effective and courteous manner.
• Ability to get along with others, and work effectively with the public and co-workers.
• Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Ability to use computers for data entry, word processing, and/or accounting purposes.
• Ability to work independently, work well with others, and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assists with a variety of clerical tasks, including those associated with Interlibrary Loan and Borrow by Mail services.
• Assists with inventory of patron holds and general holds maintenance.
• Assists Library Assistants at public service points, as needed.
• Provides directional assistance to patrons in the library's public areas.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees