Special Library Assistant I (Branch)

City of Boston; Boston (MA); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 54.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

City of Boston seeks a Senior Library Assistant (Branches) to supervise Library Assistants and Aides, manage circulation procedures, and handle branch operations in the absence of a librarian. Duties include staff training, scheduling, and ensuring proper use of public resources.

Responsibilities also cover processing materials, reports, and assisting patrons with reference and electronic resources, while upholding Boston Public Library practices and policies.

Formación

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Proven ability to supervise staff and train others.
• Experience with public library operations and reference services.
• Familiarity with library technology and public access catalogs.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Responsabilidades

• Train and direct Library Assistants and Aides.
• Supervise circulation desk procedures and related duties.
• Prepare revenue reports, supply requisitions, timesheets.
• Maintain bulletin boards and exhibition cases.
• Assist patrons with basic reference and electronic resources.
• Oversee branch functioning in the librarian's absence.
• Process and edit library and gift materials for use within the branch.
• Attend training as directed.

Conocimientos

Staff supervision

Training staff

Patron service

Attention to detail

Tact

Dependability

Attendance & punctuality

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Herramientas

Windows software

Descripción del empleo

Includes library assistants in large branch libraries whose duties encompass all the functions of Senior Library Assistant-(Branches) LA3 Class DD; supervising Library Assistants plus Library Aides; managing the paperwork routines; giving information to the public up to the level of use of standard reference works, reader’s advisory service, and usage of the public access catalog; assuming responsibility for the proper functioning of the branch during the absence of a librarian.

Under the direction of the Branch Librarian or ranking staff member, and in accordance with standard policies and practices, performs or oversees any or all of the following:

• Trains and directs Library Assistants in accordance with their job descriptions.
• Trains, directs, and schedules Library Aides in their assigned tasks.
• Supervises all procedures related to the circulation desk, such as circulation, reserves, requests, pull list, and basic interlibrary loan requests.
• Prepares revenue reports, supply requisitions, timesheets, and similar routines.
• Maintains bulletin boards and exhibition cases.
• Assists patrons in the use of basic reference collections as well as basic use of electronic resources.
• Uses and assists patrons in the basic use of a variety of library-owned technological equipment, e.g., photocopier, public computer sign-up systems, audiovisual equipment.
• Performs all duties included in the position of Senior Library Assistant – (Branches), LA3, Class DD.
• Processes and edits library and gift material for use within the branch.
• Attends training when directed.
• Assumes responsibility for the proper functioning of the branch library during the absence of a librarian.
• Performs related duties as required.

• Education - High School graduate or GED
• Demonstrated ability to accept responsibility, to train and handle staff, to plan and supervise work of the unit to satisfactory completion, and to deal successfully with patrons of all age levels.
• Superior work habits, general organizational ability, knowledge of Boston Public Library practices, relevant training, and experience.
• Competency in the use of personal computers and Windows software is sufficient to meet the tasks of the position.
• Tact in dealing with people, dependability, good attendance, and punctuality record.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.

CORI & SORI CHECKS REQUIRED

BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED

Terms:

Union/Salary Plan/Grade: AFSCME/LA-5

Hours per week: 35