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Position Title: Library Aide
Branch: Available at most branches
Department: Circulation
Supervisor: Circulation Manager or Assistant Circulation Manager
Length of Commitment: One year, or more
Time Involvement: 4 hours per week, or more
Position Summary:
Performs the circulation desk duties of a Library Aide after training..
When not on the desk, may perform backroom tasks such as: answering the
telephone, mending books, checking in books at back room terminal,
entering patron data into terminal.
Major Responsibilities:
Checks books in and out. Collects fines. Issues library cards and enters
patron data into computer. Processes returned material correctly. Informs
patrons of library services, policies and procedures. Directs patrons to
Information Desk when appropriate.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED, plus 2 years of college or 2 years of work
experience. Ability to use the computer terminal and simultaneously
interact pleasantly with patrons in often stressful situations. Stamina
to stand and work the desk for 2 hours at a time. Ability to bend and
stretch to reach high or low shelves, able to push heavy carts and bins.
Must be dependable. Familiarity with libraries and books is helpful.
In-house training required.
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