Library Assistant

City of Porterville • Porterville, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs a variety of clerical duties in support of library operations; performs related duties as required.

Requirements

• One year of clerical experience including customer services or any combination of training and experience that provides the desired knowledge and abilities.
• Knowledge of basic library procedures.
• Knowledge of English usage including correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
• Knowledge of public contact techniques.
• Knowledge of office methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of Dewey decimal system.
• Ability to alphabetize and numerically sort materials.
• Ability to maintain records and files.
• Ability to type at rate sufficient to perform the assigned duties.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, co-workers, and the general public.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to tabulate and compile statistics.
• Ability to communicate both verbally or in writing.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.

Nice To Haves

• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid California Driver’s License may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance to patrons at the circulation desk; processes book and library card requests; changes and collects fines.
• May assist in book processing.
• Provides general and detailed information to the public on library services and resources; assists patrons in researching and locating materials.
• Shelves books; reads shelves; conducts systematic search to locate misplaced materials.
• Uses library software applications; maintains records and prepares routine reports; may be assigned primary responsibility for special library projects.
• May be asked to lead other staff members, interns or volunteers in the completion of special assignments.
• Operates a variety of office equipment, such as cash register, copy machine, and computers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed