Library assistant Job at Town of Bristol, Bristol, NH

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  • Town of Bristol
  • Bristol, NH

Job Description

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Part-time Circulation Assistant, Minot-Sleeper Library, Bristol, NH

The Minot-Sleeper Library is seeking a part time circulation assistant for every Saturday,

from 9:30 am-2 pm, as well as Monday afternoons from 4-6 pm and Tuesday afternoons from 5-8.

This position is exactly 9.5 hrs. per week.

Circulation Assistant

STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Under direction of the Library Director, performs a wide variety of general library work in technical and/or public services to assist patrons with daily operational needs of the Library, such as circulation, shelving library materials; and performs professional library services in assisting library patrons in the selection and use of library materials. This position is also invested in making routine library technical assistance decisions. The work requires that the employee have good knowledge, skill and ability in every phase of library technical support functions. Regularly scheduled night and weekend work is expected. SUPERVISION

Works under the general supervision of the Library Director and the circulation supervisor.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The essential functions listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Performs the full range of circulation desk procedures using an automated circulation system.

Compiles a variety of statistics concerning library usage and book circulation and maintains library records.

Carries out interlibrary loan procedures for incoming and outgoing library materials.

Update lists of holding for acquisitions and discarded materials.

Handles routine complaints and answers a variety of questions at the circulation desk.

Answers telephones and provides routine information or refers and transfers calls.

Assists in assuring accurate library shelving by shelf-reading and reshelving of materials, as needed.

Assists with library program preparation and implementation, as directed.

Works at the circulation desk; schedule will include every Saturday from 9:30-2 pm.

Monitors public use of library facilities and assists patrons in location of library materials and equipment.

Maintains the library and its materials in a neat and orderly condition. Repairs materials of all types according to established standards and practices.

May be responsible for the opening and secure closing of the library building; ensures building is prepared for public use

Operates a variety of standard office and library machines.

Performs related work as required.

RECOMMENDED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

A high school diploma or the equivalent and some experience in using libraries, OR, an equivalent combination of education and experience substituting on the basis of one year of experience for each year of education. Completion of high school education and previous work experience indicative of ability to work independently on support staff functions requiring many skills.

Knowledge, Ability, and Skill

  • knowledge of filing procedures.
  • ability to deal with public and associates in a courteous manner.
  • ability to follow oral and written procedures.
  • computer knowledge & skills; knowledge of software products, computerized circulation system, ability to assist public in using personal computers.

Some knowledge of reader interest levels.

Good ability to maintain library records and carry out library procedures.

Considerable ability to pay attention to detail.

Special working conditions The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties are performed indoors in office environment. Duties require extended periods of standing, walking, sitting, and talking or hearing. Duties require occasional periods of climbing or balancing, pulling/pushing items, lifting/carrying items, keyboarding, reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Weights up to 50 pounds are encountered. Vision requirements include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Must be able to do math at the algebraic level. Reading materials and verbal instructions require complex interpretation. Hazards are considered minor and controllable but may include exposure to human error and angry/hostile humans. The noise level is usually moderate.

To apply please send resume and cover letter to librarian@bristolnh.gov

Open until Filled

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $13.29 - $14.52 per hour

Expected hours: 9.5 per week

Benefits:

  • Employee assistance program
  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Work experience placement, Night shift, Weekend work, Saturday,

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