Job Description-Assistant Librarian
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ROLE
To supervise the processing of all library materials including new purchases, donations and reclassifications
To administer the library and supervise staff and volunteers in the absence of the librarians.
To assist the librarian in selecting library materials.
To maintain overdue files.
ACTION TO ACCOMPLISH ROLE
Materials Processing
Accessioning of all library materials.
Generate shelf cards, pockets, other book cards and spine labels.
To file and maintain the shelf, author, subject and title cards.
Circulation Desk/Patron Services
Receive and check out library materials.
Registers patrons for memberships.
Assist patrons in the location of materials and /or information.
Shelve library materials.
Phone patrons who have overdue materials.
Assist librarian with story hour/preparation of materials.
Order and process interlibrary loan books.
Records daily statistics for circulation and membership.
Assist librarian in planning summer reading program – prepares materials and maintains records of results.
Other Responsibilities
Keeps track of office and processing supplies
Assists librarian n selection and purchasing of new items for the collection
Administers the library in the absence of the librarian.
Other related duties as assigned by the librarian.
Janitorial duties as required.
Qualification
Grade XII education
Good typing skills
Experience, such as volunteer or previous work in a library
An ability to deal effectively with the public
An ability to work by themselves and make their own decisions.
Computer Skills.