Library Assistant I-Kingman

Job Description:

Library Assistant I-Kingman

Description

Job Summary

Mohave County Library is looking to fill a Library Assistant I position.

This position will be in the district technical services division and is responsible for cataloging and ensuring materials are processed and ready for the public. This is an office environment requiring concentration and good attention to detail, accurate grammar and spelling, and ability to interpret and apply consistent standards. Requires good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to perform tasks such as precisely attaching covers and labels to books.

Starting salary $15.00

Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Travel may be required to other library locations and/or trainings.

Working conditions

• Extended time working at a computer/keyboard.
  
• May involve lifting of objects weighing less than 25 pounds and occasional lifting of objects weighing 25 - 50 pounds.
  
• May require the ability to climb ladders or step stools.
  

Essential Job Functions

• Maintains, with relative independence, a significant phase or segment of a clerical process or office activity.
• Maintains and establishes associated files to include entering information and documents into filing and data systems insuring completeness and accuracy.
• Prepares standardized reports and statements.
• Collects, compiles and submits data for use in statistical reports, internal operating studies or policy formulation. Develops and run reports and queries.
• Performs a variety of clerical tasks to include but not limited to: answering phones, responding to routine information requests, assisting patrons in completion of forms, assisting with maintenance of records and other related documents, typing various forms and memos, and filing.
• Prepares library borrower cards, assists in the maintenance of patron files and distributes informational materials.
• Assists in maintaining a pleasant, informative library to include the creation of information and promotional displays.
• Assists with collection development, inventory and the maintenance of shelves as required. Searches shelves for misplaced or missing books.
• Checks materials in and out, maintains files of materials in circulation, maintains reserve lists and hold notices, and notifies patrons when materials are available for pickup. Maintains automated and manual files of delinquency notifications, including recording fines paid.
• Assists in providing patrons with instruction in the use of various library tools and reference resources, identifying appropriate sources and locating reference needs.
• Assists in the preparation of bibliographies and other informational brochures, pamphlets, and handouts.
• Maintains a clean and organized facility.

ON ASSIGNMENT TECHNICAL SERVICES

• Classifies and catalogs library materials using bibliographic records transferred from other databases to the library’s database.
• Prints call number labels for cataloged materials.
• Adds bibliographic information on leased and/or downloadable library materials (print and audio-visual materials) to the library database.
• Assists in the maintenance of catalog and inventory files including filing/pulling records, searching, verifying, and editing information as required.
• Revises information regarding classification, subject headings, fields, categories, etc. as instructed.
• Consults official standards of library industry, as needed, to ensure satisfactory compliance, i.e. Dewey Decimal Classification
• Assists in cataloging activities. May revise information as regards classification, subject headings, fields, categories, etc., as instructed.
• Performs physical processing of library materials, including the application of property stamps, barcodes, spine labels and plastic covers.
• Packs/unpacks and loads/unloads boxes of library materials being received in the department or being sent out to various library locations.
• May provide training and instruction in specific areas to other staff and volunteers.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED (General Education Degree).
• One (1) year library experience.
• Two (2) years general clerical experience.
• OR an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Library facility organization and operations and the procedures, terminology and accepted or common practices, and policies involved in the provision of library services.
• English grammar, spelling, and arithmetic.
• Standard office practices, procedures and equipment.
• Filing and information systems.
• Computing literacy to include use of keyboards, related peripheral equipment, electronic spreadsheet, word processing and department specific software.

• Efficiently operating and utilizing modern office machines as necessary to include typewriters, fax transmittal machines, calculators, and the use of computer keyboards, related peripheral equipment, and applications.
• Maintain and establish filing systems.
• Use good judgment to solve work problems through established guidelines.--interpret technical and departmental information encountered in the performance of responsibilities.
• Work independently in completing assigned tasks accurately and in maintaining standard correspondence, files, and reports of the library.
• Deal courteously with the public and obtain from them the information necessary to assist them.
• Work and communicate effectively with all people contacted verbally and/or in writing.
• Understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Deal with individuals who may be disruptive, unruly and/or unstable.

https://resources.mohave.gov/file/HumanResources/Benefits/Benefits%20Overview.pdf

Closing Date/Time: 5/18/2025 5:00 PM Arizona

Salary:

$31,200.00 Annually