Library Assistant - PT

COWETA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS•Newnan, GA

14h•$16

About The Position

Performs intermediate administrative support work preparing materials for circulation, providing assistance to library patrons, maintaining records and files, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Library Branch Manager.

Requirements

General knowledge of basic library procedures, methods and techniques
General knowledge of the library circulation functions
General knowledge of office procedures and records maintenance techniques
General knowledge of and interest in books including reader interest levels
Skill in the use of library equipment, materials and resources
Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment
Ability to operate standard office and computer equipment and perform basic word processing and data entry
Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with library patrons and associates.
High school diploma or GED and minimal experience in a library setting or other work dealing with the public, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Favorable background history as determined by review of local, State and Federal records.
Valid driver’s license in the State of Georgia with a favorable driving history (MVR).

Responsibilities

Performs circulation duties; checks materials in and out utilizing automated system; processes and catalogs new materials; shelves and ensures materials are in order.
Assists the public and patrons with computer usage; answers questions; locates books and other materials.
Contacts patrons with overdue library materials; prepares overdue notices and files; processes ban on patron accounts with overdue materials; calculates overdue fees and ensures fees are paid in full.
Processes new book orders; checks invoice against order form; scans and enters appropriate information into the computer; prepares spine labels, pockets and cards; processes and covers new books and other materials.
Answers telephone; directs callers to the appropriate staff; renews materials; places requested materials on hold; prepares faxes and copies; troubleshoots computers, printers, scanner and fax machine.
Registers new library patrons; updates and corrects patron registration information; issues new and replacement library cards.
Reads to a variety of groups on an assigned schedule; assists with children and family activities and special projects as needed.
Prepares a variety of marketing materials, flyers and newsletters; updates and maintains bulletin boards.
Plans, organizes and implements various programs; plans and prepares documents, flyers and forms as needed; organizes volunteers for the program; gathers and organizes donations.
Encourages and promotes a culture of excellent customer service.