Waco Jobs – LIBRARY ASSISTANT

Job Description:

PRIMARY DUTIES: Under basic supervision, assists Waco-McLennan County Public Library (WPL) patrons with locating items, check-out and return of library materials and other customer services. Library Assistants are responsible for providing quality services to the public. They assist patrons in a friendly and a timely manner both in person and by telephone.

Job Responsibilities:

• Use library automated system to check materials in/out, process holds, register new borrowers and collect fines/fees.
• Assist patrons with the use of library equipment, including the copier, fax, online catalog and public computers.
• Assist patrons with reference and readers’ advisory questions.
• Shelves library materials.
• Assist patrons with locating material.
• Assists in keeping the library neat and orderly.
• Assist with opening and closing procedures of the library.
• Must follow ALA principles and guidelines as they pertain to censorship and confidentially.
• Duties may vary according to job assignment.
• Performs other related and assigned duties as required.
• Driving is essential.

Job Requirements:

• City policies and procedures.
• Customer service principles and practices.
• Computer use. Enters and retrieves data in automated records management systems.
• Cash handling.
• Knowledge of and commitment to excellent customer services.
• General knowledge of the library’s service and collections.
• Ability to quickly and accurately sort by alphabetical, numerical, chronological, or Dewey Decimal order.
• Working knowledge of computers required.
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures
• Ability to multi-task and work with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to work cooperatively and interact with people of various personalities and ages in a variety of situations.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Flexible, adaptable and able to flourish in a changing environment.
• Cross-training in order to perform other duties and responsibilities is required.

Job Details:

Company: City of Waco

Vacancy Type:  Full Time

Job Location: New York, NY, US

Application Deadline: N/A

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