SUMMARY

Performs a high level of paraprofessional tasks at the Siloam Springs Public Library.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: (Other duties may be assigned as needed)

1. Greets and assists patrons in a courteous manner.
2. Shelves books, shelf reads and organizes library materials.
3. Circulation of library materials.
4. Helps process materials added to library collection.
5. Assists with bulletin boards, decorative displays and special book displays throughout the library.
6. Assists Program Coordinators with the implementation of library programs.
7. Attends meetings and workshops related to library services.
8. Processes registration of new patrons.
9. Maintains patron records.
10. Opens and closes library as shift requires.
11. Assists patrons with using computer office programs, graphic programs, computer software, and the Internet.
12. Assists patrons with e-book devices.
13. Maintains a working knowledge of the online library system.
14. Assists with inspection of and repairs to library material as needed.
15. Assists patrons with memorials, donations, and interlibrary loans.
16. Helps train work study students and volunteers.
17. Performs basic maintenance procedures on public and staff copiers, computers, phones, and faxes as needed.
18. Assists in maintaining meeting room usage.
19. Helps with inventory process.
20. Works with other staff to accomplish tasks.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

May exercise direction over work-study students and volunteers at the discretion of the Library Manager/Assistant Library Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High School diploma or equivalent and one year of related experience or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Knowledge of the Dewey Decimal system. Ability to be organized. Ability to work as a team member, or independently, as needed. Basic knowledge of reader interest levels. Ability to use current technology.

Experience with multi-line telephone system; copy machine; fax machine; key calculator, library automation system; graphic computer programs; Microsoft Office.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Effective verbal and written skills and telephone etiquette. Ability to provide information and respond to questions from clients, customers, and the public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages. May need to figure amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, and proportions if helping a patron. Ability to perform basic accounting functions.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS (if required)

None required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is required to sit and taste or smell. The employee is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close, distant and color vision, depth perception, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is/may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions and works near moving mechanical parts.

The noise level in the work environment is usually low but may be high during library programs.

This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as may be required by their Supervisor.

* Safety sensitive position includes, but is not limited to, any job, assignment, rank or title where any of the following apply:

Subject to drug and alcohol testing or restrictions promulgated by the US. Dept. of Transportation; involves carrying, repairing, transporting or keeping of firearms or ammunition; includes performing any medical or life-saving procedures, or responsibility for procuring, storing, transporting, dispensing or administering any drugs or medical supplies or equipment; involves working with confidential information, documents or material pertaining to criminal investigations; procuring, storing, transporting or otherwise working with hazardous or flammable materials, controlled substances, food or electricity; involves operating, repairing, maintaining or driving heavy equipment, machinery, aircraft, motorized watercraft or motor vehicles, or working in close proximity thereto; a momentary lapse of attention may result in grave and immediate danger to the public, self or fellow employees; requires engaging in any other activity in which the employee is responsible for his or her own or other people's safety.

*Weather Essential position includes employees, which are declared to be all sworn police officers, all sworn firefighters, dispatchers, emergency road crew employees in the Street Department, and electrical personnel in the Electric Department.

*Civility and Professionalism- The City of Siloam Springs is a team-based service organization. Maintenance of good internal morale is essential to the City’s success. An employee is required to maintain professional and ethical behavior and act with integrity in all matters. The City of Siloam is committed to providing a work environment that is free from bullying, harassment, intimidation, abusive language, gossip, employees spreading discontent or exhibiting any behavior that is disruptive to the workplace and contrary to the City’s mission.

*Regular Attendance- Punctual and regular attendance is an essential responsibility of each employee at the City of Siloam Springs. Employees are expected to report to work as scheduled, on time and prepared to start working. Employees also are expected to remain at work for their entire work schedule. Late arrival, early departure, or other absences from scheduled hours, that are not pre-approved or are excessive are disruptive and are to be avoided.