3616-Library Technical Assistant I - Citywide - (C00469)

Under supervision, and in accordance with well-defined policies and procedures, performs various routine phases of technical library work, and performs related duties as required.

Requires normal responsibility for: Following established methods and procedures; making routine contacts with the general public, outside organizations, and library personnel in connection with library operations and activities; and preparing and/or maintaining various files and records.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

1. Processes orders, overdue accounts, library card applications, requests for library material, new books, additional copies, serials, documents, and other library material.

2. Charges and discharges library material.

3. Assists patrons in person, over the telephone and by correspondence regarding library policies, procedures and directional information; under supervision, assists patrons with routine questions and with the location of library material.

4. Searches for library materials; obtains information from bibliographies, files, records and other sources.

5. Does preliminary cataloging; makes proper entry of new serials; assigns Cutter numbers;

6. Files; prepares and/or maintains various files and records; writes routine correspondence; types; receives and records money; sorts books and prepares them for delivery to branch, main library, or mailing, or for discard, or bindery.

7. Assists in opening and closing the branch or department and in keeping it orderly and pleasant; assists in inventorying the collection; assists in checking shelves for proper placement of books and for books in need of repair.

8. Instructs clerical and supportive staff and may supervise them.

9. Collaborates in the creation, preparation, and display of various reference materials and resources.

10. May assist in preparing an exhibit, display or other publicity material; may drive bookmobile and assist librarian in serving bookmobile patrons.

11. May create, maintain, and troubleshoot technical issues related to the Library's website, intranet, and other electronic media systems; create, prepare, and organize audio, video, images, and graphics.

12. May lead and provide technical training to other Library staff.