Library Assistant - PT

Library Assistant - PT

BERKELEY COUNTY GOVERNMENT - 3.1

Moncks Corner, SC Job Details Part-time $34,978.47 - $40,225.24 a year 2 days ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Meeting minutes Conducting community outreach projects Computer operation Microsoft Excel Library event programming Inventory management Answering patron inquiries Computer literacy Basic math Handling customer inquiries Filing Administrative experience High school diploma or GED Data entry Order placement Typing Clerical experience Productivity software Grammar Experience 2 years Entry level Full Job Description JOB This position typically performs basic administrative tasks; and deals courteously and effectively with fellow employees and citizens.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Provides administrative support for the department which requires an understanding of complex processes, data, and/or operations of the department.

Performs administrative duties including basic typing, scanning, creating files, filing, answering telephones, taking messages, copying, computer operation, data entry, and review.

Assists the public by providing customer service, including helping customers to obtain a library card.

Provide reference services to library customers (walk-in, telephone, email) utilizing the Internet, online databases, and a variety of print and non-print resources. Provide quality customer service, conducting readers' advisory, and assisting customers in using computers and various types of print and electronic library resources.

Assist with children's/youth/adult programs and community outreach.

Creates and sets up bulletin boards and other displays.

Make suggestions of materials for areas of the collection.

Maintain knowledge of the circulation system by working at service desks as scheduled.

Creates and/or maintains associated documents and databases, arranges/coordinates meetings, and special events.

Updates supervisor of critical issues/events.

Provides detailed responses to requests for information; reviews and updates administrative procedures.

Prepares and files required metrics and regulatory reports.

Assists the public by providing customer service.

Assists employees with clerical needs.

Takes precise messages and ensures prompt delivery to appropriate staff.

Orders, issues and maintains office materials/supplies for the department.

Handles and delivers mail/shipment.

Performs data entry and review.

Assists with opening and closing procedures of the department.

May attend and record minutes for various meetings.

Performs other duties as assigned.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

High School diploma or equivalent;Two (2) years of related administrative experience.

Special Requirements:

Data Entry/Basic Skills score of 71 is required for this position;Word score of 45 and Excel score of 40 required for this position;Departmental testing may be administered during interview; A criminal background check will be completed on selected applicant if a current one (less than 3 years old) is not on file.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of personal computers, including Word and Excel.

Skill in clerical tasks including filing, customer service, math, data entry and correct grammar usage.

Skill in the use of general office equipment.

Ability to accept payments.

Ability to manage inventory and property.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

The work is regularly performed in a relatively safe, secure and stable work environment. This position will not exceed twenty-nine (29) hours per week. Normal operating hours are 9:00am until 7:00pm Monday through Thursday and 9:00am until 5:00pm Friday and Saturday, with the ability to work flexible hours when necessary. Scheduled hours/days, job location, duties and any other information contained herein is subject to change. May be required to work extra hours and to perform extra or different duties during emergency situations.