Substitute Reference Librarian
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PAY SCALE: $16.82 Reference Librarian Substitute/ Associate III / $12.54Circulation Clerk Substitute/Associate IHOURS: Flexible/ may also fill in for Circulation Clerk substituteTRAVEL REIMBURSEMENT: $10.00/day for substitute coveragePaid training and mileage reimbursement from Garrettsville Branch to Branch training locations. JOB PURPOSE: To educate and assist patrons to use the Library to its fullest extent.QUALIFICATIONS: Undergraduate four (4) year degree and applicable experience.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of library policies and procedures; operation of automated library equipment; computer operation and functions including data processing. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; plan, schedule and organize work; prepare meaningful, concise and accurate reports; communicate effectively in written and oral form; answer routine inquiries from public; develop good rapport with library patrons, supervisors and co-workers.PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES: Must be able to reach, bend, stoop and stand on kick-stool.ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES: (The duties listed below are intended to depict tasks performed by this classification).70% REFERENCE AND COLLECTION MANAGEMENT DUTIES *Determines and ascertains information and materials needed by patrons and recommends book selection based on patron requests. *Assists patrons in locating library materials and responds to patron reference questions; *Instructs patrons in library computer use and supervises Internet usage. *Maintains pamphlet file and other files as assigned. *Conducts evaluation of reference materials; *Notifies and documents reference needs to Branch Manager; *Coordinates updating of library periodicals; *Oversees updating of editions and repairs as needed; *Reads reviews of materials such as Booklist, Library Journal, or other professional journals offered by PCDL and recommends book selection. *Prepares, presents, and assists with patron programs as assigned. 20% CIRCULATION RELATED DUTIES *Checks library materials in/out to patrons on automated system; *Responds to patron questions about library materials and services such as interlibrary loans. *Answers telephones; *Directs patrons to appropriate area of the library; *Issues library cards; *Places patron holds on materials; *Collects Patron fines. *Distributes Golden Buckeye applications and voter registration materials; Maintains records as assigned.10% MISCELLANEOUS DUTIES Shelves library materials; Attends staff meetings, workshops, in-service training, and serves on committees, as requested; Performs additional duties as assigned.Percentages may vary based on allocated hours.*Denotes essential function of the job.DEADLINE TO APPLY: Applications received before Saturday; October 5 will receive first consideration. Position is open until filled.PCDL is an Equal Opportunity Employer