Library Assistant

City of Folsom • Folsom, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Folsom Public Library is currently hiring a Library Assistant to assist with the daily functions of the library. This is a Tuesday - Saturday work schedule, with shifts rotating between 8:40am - 5:10pm and 10:40am - 7:10pm. Under general supervision, perform heavy public contact activities and various clerical duties for the City of Folsom library. Incumbents may oversee, monitor, and/or direct the work of part-time, temporary, and/or volunteer staff. The Library Assistant is the entry level in the Library series. This class is distinguished from the Library Technician in that the latter performs tasks requiring a solid knowledge of library materials and procedures, while the Library Assistant performs routine clerical duties specific to a library environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent to the completion of the 12th grade.
• One (1) year of full-time customer service experience.
• Basic library techniques.
• Standard public library procedures including cataloging, bibliographic search procedures, and the use of reference sources and materials.
• Modern office procedures.
• Methods and computer equipment.
• Alphabetical, numerical, and chronological filing systems.
• Basic mathematic principles.
• Recordkeeping practices and principles.
• Common word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.
• Learn computerized cataloging, bibliographical, and circulation system databases and rules for entry of materials.
• Learn library practices and procedures.
• Learn location of materials in the library.
• Work accurately with alphanumeric codes.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Assist patrons in the location and use of library materials.
• Type at a speed necessary for successful work performance.
• Operate a personal computer and use software.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare print and non-print materials for introduction into the library collection including basic cataloging; assist patrons in locating such items.
• Prepare and affix identification labels to materials.
• Assist in the acquisition, processing, and maintenance of periodical and material collections.
• Check out and check in library materials to patrons.
• Register patrons and establish eligibility status and input information into database.
• Collect fines and fees and count monies.
• Respond to patrons in-person and over the telephone regarding requests for library materials, services, and information; refer problems, readers' advisory, and reference questions to supervisor.
• Instruct patrons in use of library equipment including, but not limited to computers and photocopiers.
• Respond to patron questions regarding library policies.
• Repair a variety of materials such as magazines and books including reinforcing spines and taping torn pages.
• Maintain the catalog, records, and other files.
• Gather mis-shelved and displaced items.
• Locate, retrieve, and shelve books and other materials using index and catalog guides.
• Participate in the preparation and maintenance of displays and exhibits.
• Assist in giving group tours to children, parents, and organizations.
• Assist with the delivery of various library programs.
• Follow opening and closing procedures of the library.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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