Library Assistant - Circulation Job Rohrerstown Pennsylvania USA,Education / Teaching

Location: Rohrerstown

Library Assistant - Circulation Summary

The Library Assistant-Circulation handles patron-facing circulation functions and workroom operations.

Schedule

Up to 24 hours per week
Flexible Schedule
Occasional Saturdays and evenings are required based on the needs of the Library

Essential Functions

Facilitate circulation functions in-person or by phone

Check in and sort books and other media and empty book drops

Assist patrons with printing, copying, and scanning documents, and troubleshoot public computer problems

Promote and instruct patrons in the use of library e-resources

Manage study room usage

Help patrons identify and acquire desired material through readers advisory, holds, and Interlibrary Loan

Accurately record cash receipts and other monetary transactions at desk

Assist with volunteer training and assigning tasks

Promote a pleasant, welcoming, and organized atmosphere in the library for staff and patrons

Enforce the Library's Code of Conduct Policy

Maintain confidentiality and ethical behavior in all library matters

Other Functions

Perform building opening and closing procedures

Shelving books and media

Book repair

Complete required continuing education

Perform other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods of time and intermittently

Ability to lift 30 pounds, push/pull carts/crates weighing 50 pounds, and shelve materials on high as well as low shelves

Dexterity is mandatory as this job requires frequent use of hands and fingers

Ability to complete keyboard entry

Ability to talk, hear, and see

Required

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred

Education and Experience

Associate's or bachelor's degree
Ability to speak a language in addition to English

Additional Eligibility Requirements

Must pass Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI Fingerprint Based Federal Criminal History Check.

Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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