Library Technician, Dartmouth Public Libraries, Dartmouth, MA
Posted December 14, 2015
Salary: 19.10-22.81
Responsibilities: This is a part-time 19 hours per week including evening and weekend hours. Direct public service, clerical and technical work in providing various library services to the Dartmouth Public Libraries
Qualifications: Associate’s degree; three years library experience preferred; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Application Deadline: Open until filled. Applicants may submit a cover letter, resume, and application to
Personnel Department
Town of Dartmouth
400 Slocum Road
Dartmouth, MA 02747
Or email to: [email protected]
Definition
Direct public service, clerical and techincal work in providing various library services to the Dartmouth Public Libraries; all other related work as required.
Supervision
Works under the administrative direction of the Library Associates. Performs responsible duties in supporting the library functions of circulation, cataloging, reference and clerical services.
Job Environment
- Works under typical library conditions; library hours require evening and weekend work.
- Operates computer, copier, and other standard office/library equipment.
- Makes frequent contact with library patrons providing routine information and assistance in dealing with customer service issues.
- Has access to confidential patron records
- Has limited access to department related confidential information.
- Errors could result in delay and loss of service, damage to buildings or equipment, and monetary loss.
Essential Functions
- Assists patrons at circulation desk
- Checks materials in and out
- Issues library cards
- Prepares and sends overdue notices
- Collects fines and donations
- Assists patrons in use of on-line catalog
- Assists patrons in book selection and in finding appropriate materials which match interests and reading levels
- Provides basic reference assistance to patrons
- Assists patrons with the use of photocopier, library equipment and computers.
- Places requests for materials and notifies patrons when materials are available.
- Answers telephone and handles telephone requests
- Processes new materials; covers new books
- Performs other similar or related work as required or as situation dictates
Recommended Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
Associates degree; three years library experience preferred; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge, Ability, and Skill
- Knowledge of library policies and procedures; including library automation systems.
- Knowledge of circulation and technical services operations.
- Ability to interact well with library patrons and staff.
- Ability to maintatin a positive, friendly, and cooperative attitude and provide consistent customer service.
- Excellent computer skills. Customer service skills. Organizational skills
- Dependable and punctual.
Physical Requirement
Light physical effort required in performing duties under typical library conditions. Intermittent standing, walking, bending and reaching.