What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Library Assistant position at City of Kilgore?
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Summary/objective Coordinates and performs a variety of circulation duties on behalf of the Kilgore Public Library; provides customer service to the public; responds to circulation and/or other types of library inquiries; updates and maintains patron account records; assists in maintaining library facilities , equipment, and collection materials; assists with programming where needed; and performs other related duties as assigned.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Essential functionsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.Staffs the circulation desk and provides customer service to patrons in person and via telephone. Responds to various types of circulation and/or other general library inquiries; communicates and explains the Library's policies and procedures to the public.Performs a variety of circulation duties; issues library cards; prepares TexShare cards; checks items in and out; renews materials; processes hold requests. Monitors and notifies patrons of missing/damaged materials and/or other account issues. Collects and receipts library fees/fines; sell/recharges print and copy accounts; receives monies for Friends of the Library book sales, balances and maintains cash box and end of day receipts. Contacts patrons by telephone regarding the availability of requested items and/or returned mail. Inputs, updates, and maintains patron account information in the Library's computer system. Generates overdue notices and patron billing correspondence; places blocks on library cards as required; researches and assists in resolving patron records issues. Assists patrons with basic reference inquiries and/or in locating library materials as well as catalog training. Assists patrons with computers and Interlibrary Loans.Prepares items for shelving; places books and audiovisual items on display shelves. Empties book drop; delivers closing announcements. Prepares items for circulation, unpacks material shipments, maintains office supplies and submits orders for replacements.Other related duties as assigned.Regular attendance required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Supervisory responsibilitiesMay assist with training new staff members. Work environmentIndoor heated and cooled facility. Occasional outdoor events. Works with patrons of all ages and faculties.
Summary/objective Coordinates and performs a variety of circulation duties on behalf of the Kilgore Public Library; provides customer service to the public; responds to circulation and/or other types of library inquiries; updates and maintains patron account records; assists in maintaining library facilities , equipment, and collection materials; assists with programming where needed; and performs other related duties as assigned.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Essential functionsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.Staffs the circulation desk and provides customer service to patrons in person and via telephone. Responds to various types of circulation and/or other general library inquiries; communicates and explains the Library's policies and procedures to the public.Performs a variety of circulation duties; issues library cards; prepares TexShare cards; checks items in and out; renews materials; processes hold requests. Monitors and notifies patrons of missing/damaged materials and/or other account issues. Collects and receipts library fees/fines; sell/recharges print and copy accounts; receives monies for Friends of the Library book sales, balances and maintains cash box and end of day receipts. Contacts patrons by telephone regarding the availability of requested items and/or returned mail. Inputs, updates, and maintains patron account information in the Library's computer system. Generates overdue notices and patron billing correspondence; places blocks on library cards as required; researches and assists in resolving patron records issues. Assists patrons with basic reference inquiries and/or in locating library materials as well as catalog training. Assists patrons with computers and Interlibrary Loans.Prepares items for shelving; places books and audiovisual items on display shelves. Empties book drop; delivers closing announcements. Prepares items for circulation, unpacks material shipments, maintains office supplies and submits orders for replacements.Other related duties as assigned.Regular attendance required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Supervisory responsibilitiesMay assist with training new staff members. Work environmentIndoor heated and cooled facility. Occasional outdoor events. Works with patrons of all ages and faculties.
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