Library Aide

Minot Public Schools•Minot, ND

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Under basic supervision, provides administrative assistance and technical support at the Minot Public School (MPS) libraries; processes library materials, promotes library programs, and provides research assistance and customer services to students.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
two years of clerical and computer experience
equivalent combination of education, training and experience

Nice To Haves

Public library experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Assists students, promotes reading and other library programs, and responds to requests; duties may vary according to job assignment.
Provides assistance and customer services in a courteous and respectful manner; interviews students to determine needs, assists students in finding materials, performing research, and locating reference materials; demonstrates and explains computerized resources, including Internet searches.
Checks library materials in and out, provides personalized library services to special needs students and children; processes inter-library loan requests; resolves customer requests within scope of authority.
Assists with software usage, logons, and passwords; receives and processes in-coming materials.
Teaches the use of library resources and equipment; assists with researching difficult student inquiries.
Maintains library in a clean and orderly condition; shelves all returned books, periodicals, media, and materials according to standard procedures and the library classification system; shelves books and library materials in designated areas; assists with inventories and inventory management.
Performs support tasks at opening and closing of the library, such as relocating shelving units and furnishings, and setting up displays and meeting rooms for specific applications and events.
Assists with preparation and presentation of library programs and special events; recommends additions to library collection; assists with ordering materials and supplies; assists with repairs.
Assists with library security; supervises students to verify compliance with MPS policies and procedures.
Cross-trains in a variety of library functions; compiles data and updates files and records; assists with tests, group activities, and story time.
Supports the relationship between the Minot Public School District and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with clients, visitors, and District staff; maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, client records, and District information; follows compliance rules governing child abuse; performs related duties as required or assigned.