Library Assistant

City of El Centro (CA); El Centro (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

City of El Centro is seeking a Library Assistant to support the library under general supervision. The role includes organizing the library, checking out books and media, and assisting patrons with registration of new library cardholders.

You will help patrons use library services, locate reference materials, and update public access catalogs; perform clerical tasks and support staff in daily operations. A focus on customer service and accuracy is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provides exceptional patron service in person, online and via telephone.
• Inputs new book identification information into computerized cataloging and retrieval systems.
• Processes new items using the library system and express checkout function in Polaris.
• Types and laminates new materials after cataloging in order to be circulated to the public.

Job description

Summary

Under general supervision, responsible of the organization of the Library. Receives and checks out books, periodicals and audiovisual materials; assists patrons with registration of new library cardholders and issues new library cards; finds proper reference materials and updates information in public access catalogs; assists patrons in the use of library services and processes online patron registration requests; assists staff in performing a variety of clerical tasks; performs related responsibilities as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This position receives daily work tasks and guidance as to application of library policies and procedures from the Library Operations Supervisor, or Library Director. Incumbent(s) may determine the order in which tasks will be completed given the number of patrons being served and staffing availability.

Essential Job Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks

• Provides exceptional patron service in person, online and via telephone.
• Inputs new book identification information into computerized cataloging and retrieval systems.
• Processes new items using the library system and express checkout function in Polaris.
• Types and laminates new materials after cataloging in order to be circulated to the public.