Definition

Under close supervision, performs a variety of routine nonprofessional library tasks; does other related duties as required.

NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

Note: Includes evenings and alternating Saturdays. Positions available in the Egg Harbor City, Somers Point, Brigantine, and Ventnor branches.

Examples of Work:

• Charges and discharges library material to users.
• Computes and collects fines and makes change.
• Answers patron inquiries pertaining to physical location of library material, library hours, offices and personnel, and availability and reserve of popular or new publications.
• Reviews library membership applications for completeness as to name, address, and similar personal identification, and records changes of such information.
• Lists overdue library material from card files and completes overdue notices for notifying patrons.
• Performs filing or shelving tasks involving the use of the Dewey Decimal Classification System and alphabetical filing systems beyond the initial letter of a word.
• Locates required publications primarily based on call number.
• Performs searches for publications in immediate vicinity of its proper location.
• Checks shelves to ensure materials are filed properly.
• Clips articles from newspapers/periodicals and arranges clippings in suitable form according to topical subject matter as directed.
• Repairs library material using mending tape, paste, and brush; places covers on material; pastes book pockets and/or data slips; sprays lacquer to protect spine.
• Prepares library materials for circulation.
• Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.