"Part-time Assistant II, Library"

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

Under general supervision the Part Time Assistant II, Library, assists students, faculty and the general public in obtaining library circulating and reserve resources. Basic duties may include receiving, logging and interpreting information, sorting and processing library materials deliveries, answering non routine questions and inquires, providing information and directions and providing a customer friendly environment. Activities are routine but may involve non-routine requests or specialized information.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Uses the Horizon Information Management System and the PeopleSoft database to perform circulation service
2. Assistance to library patrons; Serves as public contact for the library in person, by telephone and email; Screens and refers patrons to reference librarians when professional assistance is needed
3. Responsible for opening or closing facility for library operation including cash register set up in the absence of the Specialist III, Circulation; Records daily activity statistics; Collection inventory and shelf reading
4. Interprets and enforces circulation policies and procedures for students, college staff and the community
5. Activates college ID/library cards for faculty, staff and students; Issues HCPL library cards to public patrons
6. Responsible for operation of the Circulation Department in the absence of the Specialist III, Circulation
7. Participates in the development of documentation for and implantation of circulation procedures
8. Collects monies for fines and lost materials and updates patron records accordingly
9. Assists library patrons in the use of laptop computers, copy machines, the pay print system, fax machine, and other audiovisual equipment
10. Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Working knowledge of office practice and procedures
• Working knowledge of personal computers and common office software such as Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook
• Knowledge of Horizon Automated Library System
• Knowledge of PeopleSoft
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize duties using sound customer service principles
• Ability to interpret policies and procedures
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential
• Ability to problem solve equipment problems

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:

• Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED

Salary

Hourly Pay Rate is $15.60

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How to Apply

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