General Purpose:

Assist library customers by answering research or reader's advisory inquiries. Compile records, sort, shelve, issue and receive library materials such as books, audiovisual materials, electronic media, and cards. Locate library materials for loans and replace materials in shelving area, stacks or files according to library practice. Register library customers to permit them to borrow library materials.

Supervision Exercised:

Employee has no supervisory responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Assists the general public with their information needs by answering reference questions in print, over the telephone, and electronically. Ensure that the rules of the library are enforced. Persons functioning as Library Assistant may perform other duties providing reference, readers' advisory, researching and information services and performing bibliographic and computer instruction. Sort and stack books depending upon their publication, authors, type and various other attributes and maintain a record of the same in computerized database for easy access. Maintain membership log in the library and collect details from the patrons such as name address, phone number, age, etc., and update computerized records. Record details of items borrowed and returned by the members and contact them regarding items not returned on time. Collect fees and issue cards for the members and renew them periodically. Persons functioning as Library Assistant may perform other duties by overseeing the library technology and assisting patrons in computer access. Regular attendance is required. Perform other reasonable duties as requested. Attend meetings & training sessions, as required. Other duties as assigned or required to perform the functions of the position.

Qualifications:

Required Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience:

High School diploma or GED.

Preferred one (1) year of experience

Employment Requirements:

Valid Texas Class C driver s license is required with a good driving record

Applicant will be subject to a complete background investigation. Providing incomplete, inaccurate information, and/or failure to report required information will cause Applicant s rejection from consideration.

Applicant must take and pass a drug and physical screening administered at the expense of the City of Decatur, Texas.

Skill & Ability Requirements:

The ability to read books, journals, reviews, literature, abstracts, financial reports, legal documents, computer screens, charts, tables, reference sources, budget documents, reports, memos, applications, policies and guidelines and manuals.

Other behaviors & competencies include initiative, creativity, problem solving, decision-making, motivation, punctuality/attendance, analytical/conceptual thinking, safety awareness, ability to communicate, organizational awareness, relationship building, accountability, adaptability, customer service orientation, teamwork and leadership. The City reserves the right to allow an employee to obtain licenses/certifications during a reasonable time from agreed to in writing (unless otherwise prohibited or limited by law) as a condition of continued employment. Failure to obtain the licenses/certifications as agreed will result in termination.

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:

Computer Telephone Physical Demands:

The position requires frequent standing, sitting, walking, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling, and fine dexterity. Standing involves assisting patrons, while sitting involves computer work and answering telephones. Walking is required around the library, and frequent carrying includes library materials. The position also requires frequent pushing and pulling of book carts, tables, dollies, and equipment; reaching for books and installing cables; handling books and computer equipment; and fine dexterity for typing and computer work. Occasional activities include lifting computer equipment and books, kneeling, crouching, bending, twisting, and climbing step stools and ladders. The employee must routinely lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and up to 40 pounds occasionally.

Work Environment:

The primary work location is in an office environment, with a moderate noise level. The employee must have the ability to work well with others and have a good/pleasant attitude. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, behaviors, and competencies required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change by the City Government as the needs and requirements of the job change and the latest changes may not be reflected in this version.