Library Assistant II

Job Title:  Library Assistant II

Department:  Adelia M. Russell Library

Pay Rate:  Grade 10

Hours:  Tuesday thru Friday -  7:30 – 5:00,  & Saturday   9:00 – 1:00

                 Off - Sunday and Monday

Summary:

This position involves the application of standard library techniques, circulation, cataloging, reference, research, and other library service duties as assigned. Reports to the Library Director.

Primary Responsibility:

• Performs duties requiring the application of standard library techniques and procedures with areas of assignment that include circulation, cataloging, reference, and research.
• Answers reference questions for patrons.
• Assists and guides patrons with the use of electronic resources.
• Checks and maintains patron memberships and circulation reports, including over dues, reserves, requests, and inventory.
• Prepares bulletin boards, exhibits, and displays.
• Plans and executes library programs, events, and services.
• Opens both libraries daily, reconciles cash boxes, checks and maintains book returns.
• Processes Interlibrary loans.
• Attends continuing education classes and seminars as required.
• Maintains periodicals and newspapers.
• Helps select and maintain Alabama History Room collection.
• Performs other job related tasks and duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Ability to work well with library patrons, the public, volunteers, community agencies, the city, and library staff
• Possess a comprehensive knowledge of library procedures
• Bookkeeping and organizational skills
• Neat personal appearance
• Regular and punctual attendance
• Pleasing manner
• Stability
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Physical Requirements:

May lift or move up to 20 – 30 lbs.

Standing, sitting, reaching, walking, climbing and/or bending

Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Required:

Must have high school diploma or GED

An Associate Degree is preferred, but not required

Library and/or customer service experience preferred, but not required

Posting Dates:  11/8/21 – 11/15/21

Seniority alone will not be the determining factor.  City employees who are interested should contact Kathy Railey at (256)329-6782. 

Non-city employees interested in this position may apply at the Municipal Complex, or obtain an application from the City website at alexandercityal.gov.

Applicants must meet all requirements. 

The City of Alexander City is an Equal Opportunity Employer