Library Generalist (Wright Branch) Substitute

Works with library patrons when the library specialists are not available, acting as a substitute in their absence. Completes tasks as assigned by the library manager, coordinator, or specialist. Provides customer service and completes library functions. Substitute positions offer flexible, on-call scheduling based on the needs of the library. Hours may vary week to week and could include mornings, afternoons, evenings, or weekends. Substitutes are typically called to fill in for staff absences. Essential Duties and Responsibilites The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. - Greets and assists library patrons. Assists patrons with computers, copiers, and fax machines. Responds to questions and refers calls to appropriate personnel. - Assists in library programming. - Utilizes the electronic library catalog to find library materials within the collection and direct patrons to the location of desired materials. - Assists patrons with checking out and discharging library materials. - Cleans and inspects CDs/DVDs for damage. - Sorts materials by genre to prepare for re-shelving. Pulls shelf list/shelf holds from the collection. Processes and manages holds. - Prepares projects for story time, assists with story time activities and after-school and summer reading programs, and monitors the children's department in the absence of regular staff. - Performs related work as required. Minimum Qualifications Required Education and Experience - At least two years of relevant college-level course work or an Associate degree from an accredited college or university in a related field - One (1) to three (3) years of related experience - Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities Required Licenses or Certifications - Class C driver's license Competencies for Successful Performance of Job Duties Knowledge of: - English grammar, spelling, and punctuation - Principles and practices of basic bookkeeping - Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment - Library systems - Library layout - Telephone etiquette Skill in: - Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships - Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature - Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios - Communication, both oral and written - Customer service Ability to: - Meet schedules and deadlines of the work - Understand and carry out oral and written directions - Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files - Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries - Alphabetize and file - Prepare projects for children PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. - The position involves light physical demands, such as exerting up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.