Youth Services Programmer

The Library Specialist performs a wide range of Library duties including circulation activities, assists customers in finding information, and plans and conducts Library programs. Responsibilities include: processing incoming and outgoing library materials; collecting payments; creating and updating patron records; placing materials on hold; communicating Library policies and procedures; performing inventory checks; and maintaining Library equipment.

Examples of Duties

-Performs a wide range of Library circulation activities, which includes assisting and training patrons and staff in finding print and electronic resources; ascertaining and responding to patrons’ needs; searching for and pulling materials from shelves for patrons; processing incoming and outgoing Library materials; obtaining payments for -fines; creating and updating patron records; placing materials on hold; communicating Library policies and procedures; and/or performing other activities.
-Refers patrons to online resources as necessary.
-Assists with ordering and maintaining Library materials, which may include assisting in determining materials to discard; processing purchased and donated materials; ordering supplies and cataloging materials; and performing related activities.
-Prepares a variety of reports related to activities and operations in assigned area of responsibility
-Performs a variety of support duties which may include repairing Library books for re-entry into the circulation system; opening and closing Library facilities; and/or other duties.
-Plans and implements programs for targeted age groups or special audiences.
-Performs other related duties of a similar nature or level.