Job Description
Description Nature of Work This is responsible clerical work providing assistance with the daily operations of the public library system for Maury County. Activities associated with the job include checking books and other materials in and out, re-shelving books, assisting with posting and sending overdue notices, assisting library patrons with registration requirements and processing library materials. Additional activities include assisting with the quarterly rotation of loaned materials and answering reference questions. Job responsibilities require some experience working for a public library, good organizational, interpersonal and decision making skills, ability to deal with detailed financial and program related records and good computer skills. Job performance is evaluated by the Library Director through review of the overall organization and operation of the Library, level of support for library operations, ability to accurately handle detailed information and ability to interact effectively with co-workers, volunteers and library patrons.
Illustrative Examples of Work -Checks books and other materials in or out in accordance with existing policies and procedures.
-Re-shelves and ensures the proper organization of books and other materials.
-Answers reference questions and assists patrons with locating requested books, reference materials, audio books, etc.
-Assists with registering library patrons and ensuring that all information is up to date.
-Answers incoming calls and provides information to the caller and/or refers to the appropriate personnel.
-Puts out daily newspapers and other periodicals for library patrons.
-Assists with story time when necessary.
-Assists with the collection of fees for past due materials and books.
-Assists with maintaining an accurate inventory of all library books, audio books, cd's, equipment and supplies.
-Assists with issuing library cards to eligible patrons and ensures that loaned materials are returned in a timely manner and/or appropriate notices are sent out regarding overdue books, audio tapes, etc.
-Performs related duties as required.
Requirements Necessary Requirements of Work Graduation from an accredited four year high school (Associate's Degree preferred) supplemented with additional training in office management or related field; a minimum of one year experience working for a public library; good organizational, interpersonal and decision making skills; some experience performing basic accounting transactions and general office administrative duties; or any equivalent combination of education and/or experience to provide the following knowledge, abilities and skills:
-Knowledge of the Library Board Policies and Procedures manual including all revisions, updates and amendments.
-Knowledge of public library operations including the proper storage of various types of books, periodicals, newspapers, audio tapes and CDs, etc.
-Knowledge of basic office administrative and accounting functions.
-Knowledge of commonly utilized computer programs including word processing, spreadsheet, database management and internet applications.
-Ability to make appropriate and timely decisions within existing policies and procedures.
-Ability to accurately perform basic bookkeeping transactions in a consistent manner.
-Ability to remain current on new developments in library operations and apply them effectively on the job.
-Ability to prioritize personal time and activities to ensure the timely completion of all job responsibilities, meet established deadlines, etc.
-Ability to interact effectively with library patrons, local and regional officials, co-workers, community organizations and the public.
-Ability to teach basic computer skills to library patrons and deliver effective story telling sessions to children when necessary.
-Skill in the use of computer hardware components and related software applications.
Physical Requirements -This is light to medium work requiring moderate static, explosive, dynamic and trunk strength and requiring the exertion of up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects
-Work requires considerable flexibility, mobility and speed of limb movement
-Work requires moderate effort and stamina
-Work requires both gross body equilibrium and coordination for balancing, bending, stooping, kneeling and walking
-Work requires arm/ hand steadiness and manual and finger dexterity
-Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word
-Hearing is required to perceive information in both quiet and noisy environments and determine the direction of sounds
-Visual acuity is required for the inspection of small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operation of office equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, color differentiation, and observing general surroundings and activities
-The worker is subject to inside environmental conditions
Maury County Government
FLSA - Non - Exempt
05/29/2019 Maury County Tennessee
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