Substitute Library Technician, Georgetown Peabody Library (Georgetown)
The Georgetown Peabody Library seeks candidates to work on our Saturday rotation (open Saturdays from September to June, 9am to 1pm) and serve as an on-call substitute at either of our three desks (Circulation, Reference, Children’s Room). The desired candidate must deliver exceptional customer service, possess confidence in interpreting and enforcing library policies and procedures, enjoy interacting with the general public, and be dedicated to the mission of public library service.
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Essential Functions
The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
- Checks in and out library materials, reserves material and communicates availability. Updates demographics of new and existing patrons, issues and renews library cards.
- Provides general reference assistance and provides advice for audiovisual, technology, and reading services.
- Assists Librarians with desk coverage, technical tasks, and general library duties.
- Troubleshoots, and resolves technology and printer issues.
- Opens and closes the library. Greets and directs patrons to appropriate areas or persons.
- Performs other duties as required.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree plus 1 year of library experience are required or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Knowledge and experience with library computer software applications, databases, Google platforms, social media, email, internet, problem solving, and trouble shooting. Knowledge of library operations and administrative functions. Proficient knowledge of computers and software applications for database management, data entry, and graphics and design.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described 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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must stand and use hands to finger, handle or feel; frequently must communicate, talk and hear, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and reach with hands and arms; and occasionally is required to walk, and sit. The employee frequently must lift and/or move objects weighing up to 10 pounds; occasionally must lift/and or move objects weighing up to 30 pounds; and seldom must lift and/or move objects weighing up to 60 pounds. Vision and hearing at or correctable to normal ranges to read documents and analyze data. This position requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and operate a keyboard at efficient speed.
Full/Part Time
Part Time
Education
BA/BS
Salary
$20.50 / hourSalary Notes
No benefits
Closing Date
Open until filled
How to Apply
How to Apply: Send letter of interest and resume to Sarah Cognata, Library Director, at scognata@georgetownpl.org
Posted
2024-08-08 | Quick link to this job