Sangertexas is hiring: Library Assistant - PT in Sanger

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Assists with providing library services to the community on a part-time basis.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Provides circulation assistance, including checking materials in and out, registering new patrons, collecting money for patron transactions, and contacting patrons concerning requested items, overdue materials, and other library business. Greets and directs patrons, and answers the telephone.
• Assists with library programs, which may include preparing for activities, and providing basic guidance to children and adults.
• Provides information or materials to answer questions posed by patrons; refers more in-depth reference questions to the Librarian or Library Director.
• Shelves materials in the correct order on the library shelves; removes out-of-date periodicals; performs shifting of materials as needed; assists in withdrawal of materials that are outdated, in poor condition, and/or insufficiently used.
• Assists patrons in the use of printer/copier/fax machine and public computers.
• Performs general office duties, including filing and organizing materials. Helps maintain a clean and orderly facility.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and interest in books and information.
• Ability to communicate effectively with people of varying ages, especially children.
• Ability to use computer-automated library systems for basic circulation functions.
• Ability to operate a copy machine.
• Ability to type.
• Working knowledge of alphabet and filing.
• Ability to read, write and converse fluently in English.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when working with sensitive information.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of and interest in books and reading.
• Related work experience, including teaching or working with groups of children and/or teens, or providing customer service in a public setting, clerical experience.

Preferences:

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements:

• The incumbent works in a typical office environment with little or no exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Requires lifting up to 25 pounds and includes repetitive actions while sitting or standing. May require sitting and working at a computer for extended periods.
• May work some weekends; adapt according to Library’s needs.

This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Working knowledge of filing and library classification systems.
• Clerical and/or customer service skills and experience.
• Knowledge of and interest in books and reading.

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