Library Assistant - Grand Junction, CO

Provides library service to all patrons as needed.

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DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Provides library service to all patrons as needed.
Provides library service upon demand, issue library cards, check out materials, answer reference questions, place holds, locate material and information using the print collection and online resources. Provides basic instruction on the use of the self check station, library catalog, online databases, PC reservation, and the Internet. Responds to routine patron inquiries concerning library procedures and policies; Provides staffing coverage at other library locations and branches as requested. Works with staff throughout the library district to improve and provide outstanding library service to all patrons.

Other Library Duties

Check in and out all materials, sort and shelve items, handle in-transit items coming in and going to other libraries in a timely manner. Prepares cash register, utilizes credit card machine and handles money for fines and lost items.Completes notices, all item lists, missing media, hold shelf, media cleaning, ordering of center supplies, wiki updates and other items as needed to insure effective library operations. Merchandise the collection, and maintain an inviting well organized library by shelf reading and straightening materials and furniture. Assist with library programs, outreach and special events. Maintain a working knowledge and basic understanding of all MCL services, programs and events. Communicate consistently and in a timely manner verbally and through email, work with others to complete assignments. Complete other duties as assigned.
Maintains self-development and keeps up-to-date on Library affairs: Attends monthly staff meetings and training; attends external trainings as requested, stays aware of changes via staff wiki.
Performs other duties as assigned or requested: Performs additional duties as opportunities arise that assist the department and the Library in achieving specified goals and objectives.
Service to Homebound
Provide library service upon demand, issue library cards, checkout materials, and place items on hold, locate materials using the library collection, readers advisory and online resources. Ensure homebound area is tidy and routes are kept up to date.  Inform when van needs routine maintenance.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to remain standing or bending for extended periods of time        
Ability to maneuver about the library in a timely fashion
Ability to bend to floor level or reach a height of 75 inches
Ability to push movable carts loaded to a maximum of 250 pounds.
Ability to read a minimum print size equal to 10 point
Ability to tolerate dust, mold, etc. that may have accumulated on books.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Colorado driver's license and to transport self to other library locations in a timely fashion
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Subject to many interruptions, performs duties within limited space at the Circulation desk
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Education or training associated with the completion of a two-year degree in college, vocational or tech­nical school courses of study related to the area of assignment, or two (2) years' previous library experience or retail customer service experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.