Job Description:
JOB SUMMARY: Assists in keeping the Library in running order. Staffs the circulation desk and keeps the Library neat and organized. Assists the patrons in a friendly manner. Weekends and/or evenings required.
Requirements:
MAJOR DUTIES:
• Opens and closes the Library.
• Shelves and maintains materials.
• Keeps the Library neat, clean and organized.
• Processes new lending materials.
• Processes Inter-Library Loans (ILL) per procedure.
• Staffs the circulation desk: checks material in/out, answers the telephone, issues Library cards, answers reference questions, schedules events for the meeting area, and collects fine and copier monies.
• Accepts donations of books and other lending material.
• Periodically changes the posters and the displays to showcase events and/or add interest to the area.
• Weeds the Library shelves according to established procedures.
• Offers suggestions to the Director for selection of lending materials.
• Tracks overdue library materials; notifies patrons as needed.
• Assists patrons in finding library materials, and guides them to subjects of interest.
• Maintains a cheerful, friendly and helpful attitude.
• Maintains patron confidentiality.
• Informs patrons of library conduct and other policies, and enforces those policies as appropriate.
• Supervises the volunteers.
• Publicizes all Library events according to established publicity coordinator procedures, if assigned.
• Participates in training and other staff meetings, as scheduled by the Director.
• Participates in continuing education and conferences with the approval of the Director.
• Performs general housekeeping duties.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:
• High School diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of the Dewey Decimal System.
• Knowledge of NHU-PAC and library automation systems.
• High comfort-level using computers, the Internet, online databases and social media.
• Skill in the use of standard office equipment.
• Skill in oral and written communication in English.
• Knowledge of Library mission, policies, practices and procedures.
• Ability and willingness to take directions and work well with co-workers, sharing ideas to improve the Library.
• Ability and willingness to work effectively and cooperatively with patrons, volunteers, guests and other staff.
• Skill in working with the public, from children to adults.
• Skill in organization of materials.
• Consistently displays professional attitude, conduct and appearance.
• Ability to lift forty (40) pounds.
Hiring Wage:
$18.77 an hour
Application/Resume:
Submit resume and cover letter to Dan Szczesny c/o director@griffinfree.org
URL To Online Job Description:
https://griffinfree.org/2023/09/12/be-part-of-the-griffin-free-team/
Closing Date:
10/5/2023
