Job Summary Under general supervision, performs routine clerical library work to include circulation desk duties, shelving, and providing general assistance to patrons of the Clara B. Mounce Public Library, a branch of the Bryan + College Station Public Library System.
Essential Job Functions - While working the circulation desk, acts as the first point of contact for patrons entering the library, greeting and/or providing direction, registering new patrons, updating accounts, issuing new or replacement library cards, checking library materials in/out, placing material holds, and collecting library fines for overdue, lost, or damaged materials.
- Answers general inquiries regarding library services, programs, and policies both in the library and on the telephone. Routes to a proper staff member if further assistance is needed.
- Assists with moving donated materials to storage, emptying book drops, sorting library materials, and organizing materials onto carts to be shelved.
- Shelves books and other library materials; actively shelf-reads to ensure materials are kept in neat and proper order.
- Assists patrons with material searches and the use of library technology and equipment.
- Enforces library policies and procedures in a respectful manner to ensure the safety and integrity of materials, patrons, and staff.
- Assists with the preparation of library programs as needed or assigned.
- Searches for library materials that are missing/claim returned.
- Assists with performing the tasks necessary for opening/closing the library, as needed.
- Cleans and/or performs minor repairs on damaged library materials; routes to the professional staff or Technical Services as needed.
- Participates in training new or less experienced staff and volunteers on library policies and procedures.
- Assists with maintaining a clean and orderly appearance of the library and materials.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Responds regularly and promptly to work.
Minimum Qualifications - High School Diploma or GED . Additional vocational training or college coursework is a plus.
- At least one (1) year of work experience in a library, customer service, or office environment.
Equivalent combinations of education, experience, and training may be considered.
Licenses, Certifications & Special Requirements None required.
