Library Technician [Beaumont Public Library Employees Only]

City of Beaumont•Beaumont, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves supervising the daily operations of a section or service area within a department of the library, including training. Responsibilities include maintaining files, preparing various types of materials for public use, searching bibliographies, preparing reports, keeping financial and statistical records, typing correspondence, and providing information and assistance to the public. The role also involves collecting money for fines and lost books, and preparing deposits. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Requirements

Knowledge of library techniques and procedures
Knowledge of the use of a personal computer, tablet and Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to work well with the public and other employees
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Ability to follow written and oral instructions
Ability to operate cash register, calculator, tablet and personal computer
Ability to type 35 words per minute
Ability to supervise small groups of employees (full-time and part-time)
Ability to assist the public with internet searches, online job applications, creating email accounts, etc.
Associate degree and one year library experience or high school graduate, or equivalent, and two to four years library experience

Responsibilities

Supervises the daily operations of a section or service area within a department of the library including training
Maintains files
Prepares various types of materials for use by the public
Searches bibliographies
Prepares reports
Keeps financial and statistical records for each library or division of the library
Types correspondence
Provides information and assistance to the public
Collects money for fines, lost books, etc. and prepares deposits
Performs other duties as required