Library Clerk - Part Time - 13 hours - Sweeny

Library Assistant

Assists the general public with library and reference materials and provides other necessary library functions within established guidelines by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned :

• Checking materials in and out
• Accepting requests for library materials
• Answering questions
• Providing light reference and readers' advisory service
• Answering the telephone and directing calls as necessary
• Assisting with computer and printer / copier use

Implements library policy and regulations

Operates an online automated circulation system (ILS)

Handles procedures for overdue, lost, or damaged materials

Counts money and prepares daily reports

Shelves library material as needed

Assists with library programs as needed, including program preparation and presentation

Records daily statistics

Attends staff meetings and serves on committees as requested.

Reconciles ILS-generated reports

Performs other work as needed, including but not limited to special projects and supervisor assignments

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This is not a supervisory position.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence; ability to speak effectively to customers and employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent, and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Familiarity with general database concepts and a demonstrated ability through work history or training to learn specific concepts and practices associated with the current ILAS used by the Brazoria County Library System.

Familiarity with contemporary "best practices" of PC use, peripheral equipment, and network interfaces.

Working knowledge of the most recent versions of Windows and Microsoft Office Suite.

Ability to type at least 30 words per minute with a high degree of accuracy.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

None is required for this position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform non-essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for extended periods, walk, and sit; have manual dexterity to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25+ pounds and push or pull heavy book carts. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. This job takes place within a typical library office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually low.

SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

The incumbent in this position must be knowledgeable about and adhere to the County's safety policies and procedures. Ask the supervisor for details.

DRUG / ALCOHOL POLICY

Drug / Alcohol Policy applies to this job. Pre-employment drug / alcohol testing is required.