Library Aide

Portage District Library•Portage, MI

1d•$14•Onsite

About The Position

Incumbents in this position are expected to sort returned material according to classification code and return material to the shelves, files or other designated areas as required. Library Aides will monitor shelving and other areas to verify that material is displayed in its correct order according to Library standards. Incumbents will also assist professional library staff with inquiries and refer patrons to professional library staff when needed.

Requirements

Ability to accurately sort and shelve material alphabetically and numerically.
Ability to function independently without close supervision.
Ability to perform detailed work in a highly detailed manner.
Ability to understand and follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
Must be able to read, write and understand the English language
Ability to maintain discretion in handling confidential library matters.
Ability to operate a variety of library equipment including a computer and copy machine.
The ability to bend, crouch, lift, stand for extended periods of time, and push heavy carts and bins.
Visual acuity and physical skills necessary to retrieve library materials from shelves and storage areas, maintain library materials and operate equipment.
The incumbent is required to have the physical ability to push/pull fully loaded book carts and lift/carry materials weighing up to 40 pounds.
Basic knowledge typically associated with the completion of a high school diploma.
Must be at least 18 years of age at employment.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a public library or comparable customer service experience.

Responsibilities

Greets and assists patrons throughout the entire library.
Enforces library policies using a polite and professional approach and alerts appropriate staff members for assistance, completing interaction or incident report as directed.
Assist patrons by assessing their needs and referring them to appropriate staff as needed.
Sorts material in reshelving areas or on carts to prepare them for reshelving.
Sorts and shelves returned material according to classification code and need for repair, and return them to shelves, files or other designated storage area.
Maintains neat and orderly appearance of material on shelves by straightening material and cleaning shelves.
Shelf reading of material to ensure that books are in correct order.
Assists with shifting material as assigned.
Provides guidance and /or training to volunteers or others who assist with shelving.
Stays informed of library news and events via review of all forms of library communication: website; email; meeting notes.
Performs opening and closing library duties during corresponding shift.