JOB POSTING IS EXPIRED
Library Aide - Part time

Job Overview

Position Summary

GENERAL SUMMARY: Under general supervision of the Adult Services Manager, assist the librarians by helping readers in the use of library catalogs, databases, and indexes to locate books and other materials; and by answering questions that require only brief consultation of standard reference; compile bibliographies and pathfinders and maintain exhibits; provide professional level readers’ advisory services to the adult and young adult public; participates in collection development; leads or plans programs for adults; and perform other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidates possess the ability to follow a management style that is input oriented and values equity, problem solving and the development of partnerships; to work effectively as a member of a team; and desires to be part of an organization that values service, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation and teamwork.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASSIFICATION: Work is performed in accordance with established public library practices; and judgment and discretion is required. Work is reviewed through results achieved and through conferences and discussions with the supervisor.

*Position requires some weekend and evening work.

Job Duties

• Conduct a readers’ advisory interview
• Recommend titles based on reading levels and interests of ages ten to adult
• Provide information and answers to the general public; and public service using proficient skills in electronic resources and print.
• Help patrons use library or archival resources.
• Maintain inventories of materials, equipment or products; readers’ advisory functions; availability of book lists and annotated bibliographies; and library presence on social media sites.
• Distribute instructional or library materials.
• Plan community programs or activities for the general public.
• Organize informational materials.
• Develop instructional materials; library or archival databases; pathfinders, read alike materials, book parts, book and best sellers lists and bulletin boards.
• Write articles, books or other original materials in area of expertise.
• Confer with others to conduct or arrange operational activities; and with youth and adult services departments on shelf arrangements and exhibits.
• Operate audiovisual equipment.
• Interpret and implement library policies.
• Participate in collection development;
• Participate in the City’s intercultural competency training program.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Reading Comprehension - Reading work-related information.
• Oral Expression and Comprehension - Communicating by speaking; and listening and understanding what people say.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Postsecondary certificate;
• Readers’ advisory experience:
• Or equivalent education and experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: