Children's Reference Assistant

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF CLASS

The purpose of the class is to perform specialized, advanced para-professional library work in assigned service or administrative area of the County Library, and to perform routine library functions and clerical work as required. The class works within a general outline of work to be performed and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision.

ESSENTIAL TASKS

The tasks listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class.  Management may assign additional tasks related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

Coordinates, plans, and executes programming that is education, entertaining, and enriching for youth of all ages.

Opens and closes assigned branch or department performs related security procedures.

In charge of branch library or department in the absence of supervising Librarian.

Assists the public in a professional and courteous manner.

Receives and responds to public inquiries, requests for assistance and complaints in areas of responsibility.

Staffs the public service desks.

Interprets Library policies and procedures to the public.

Provides answers to reference questions; directs patron to appropriate informational resources and/or assists patron in researching topics as necessary.

Assists library patrons in using various resources and equipment of the library, including computer hardware, software and Internet.

Performs shelf maintenance including shelving materials and shelf reading.

Assists in training new or volunteer staff assigned.

Maintains accurate and up-to-date records and prepares a variety of routine reports as required.

Keeps supervisor informed of all issues and concerns encountered.

Assists co-workers with duties as required.

Performs routine clerical work as required, including but not limited to entering and retrieving computer data, copying and filing documents, sending and receiving faxes, assembling materials, answering the telephone, typing reports and correspondence, etc.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Attends continuing education classes, meetings, conferences and/or workshops to maintain and enhance job knowledge and skills.

Receives and deposits monies using the cash register; generates receipts and reconciles money daily; prepares reporting paperwork.

$18.67 per hour, 37.5 hours per week