Library Assistant - Tempe, United States - Tempe School District No.3

Tempe School District No.3

Verified Company

Tempe, United States

1 week ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

TITLE:
Library Assistant

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Assist students and staff with the use of the library. Check-in and check-out books. Locate, repair, maintain, and shelve books. Process new books and materials. Answer questions regarding the use of library resources. Assist with audiovisual equipment as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and/or experience equivalent to a High School Diploma or GED
One (1) year of previous related experience
State of Arizona Identity Verified (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this class.)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist students and staff in locating and checking out books and other library materials.
Maintain library collection by sorting, shelving books and materials on reading shelves, repairing materials and keeping area clean and orderly.
Catalog and prepare new materials.
Maintain library files and record on patron database by adding, deleting and changing records.
Order library cards and print notices.
Prepare overdue book information and reminder notices.
Prepare billing and collect fees for lost and damaged materials.
Monitor behavior of students.
Assist with operation of audiovisual and computer equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:

Knowledge of principles, practices and methods of libraries
Knowledge of Dewey decimal system
Knowledge of circulation
Knowledge of library filing systems
Skill in repairing books
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships

WORKING CONDITIONS:

General office setting

High volume of public contact

PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Lift, move or carry up to 25 pounds of books, materials or supplies

Repetitive motion and eye strain through extensive utilization of computer hardware and software

CATEGORY:
Classified

WORK YEAR: 204 Days

DEPARTMENT/SCHOOL:
Middle School

REPORTS TO:
Principal

EVALUATION:
Classified Personnel Evaluation

SUPERVISES:
N/A