Library Assistant 3

High school diploma or GED. Two years of experience in library work, customer service, public contact or related field are required.

This position involves advanced supervisory paraprofessional library work. Under the direction of a library professional, the incumbent performs a variety of library functions, including reference and circulation services, children's work, customer service, reconciliation of financial transactions, processing of library materials, and promoting library programs and services.

Responsibilities

may also include conducting outreach activities and branch programs, assisting in a specialized area of library service, and serving as the library branch supervisor in the manager's absence. The incumbent works with considerable independence within established library policies and procedures and may supervise subordinate nonprofessional staff engaged in various phases of library operations.

Work is performed under the supervision of a library professional or other superior, who assigns duties and reviews work for the achievement of established objectives. Work schedules may include evenings and weekends.