Library Assistant
CurrentDirects operation of the Circulation Desk to provide public service• Registers borrowers daily.• Checks materials in and out daily.• Takes care of holds management daily, including Link+ and Interlibrary Loan.• Packs and unpacks delivery bins daily, and distributes mail to appropriate employees.Provides technical direction to Library Aides.• Assists Aides in learning the ILS and other technical procedures.• Directs shelving, shelf reading, materials shifting, etc. in collaboration with Branch Manager.• Instructs and directs Aides in the processing and mending of library materials as needed.• Ensures Aides receive information on new policies and procedures, training opportunities, and branch and system programs and services.Manages library supplies and monitors building and equipment needs.• Manages, monitors, and inventories library forms and supplies.• Reports service requests, building problems, and equipment need to Branch Manager.• Maintains basic computer, printer, and copy machine needs. Troubleshoots or reports problems to IT.Assists patrons with meeting their basic information needs.• Answers simple reference questions in person and by telephone.• Provides basic reader’s advisory in person and by telephone.• Assists patrons in placing holds or Link+ requests.• Assists patrons daily in the use of the OPAC, databases, and other library services.Assist Librarians in daily operations, collection management, and programs.• Assists in program facilitation and publicity.• Assists in weeding projects.• Processes new materials.• Manages the branch in the absence of a librarian and communicates with Branch Division if incidents happen.