Library Information Assistant- George Bruce Library

Library Information Assistant- George Bruce Library

Library Information Assistant- George Bruce Library

Job ID 2012-7119
# of Openings Remaining 1
Location US-NY-Manhattan
Type Full-Time Regular
Department BR, George Bruce Branch
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Position Description:
External Responsibilities:
Under the general supervision of the Library Manager, a Library Information Assistant:

* Provides circulation/reference service and instruction to library patrons of all ages using print, media and computer resources;
* Answers questions from the public in person, over the telephone and electronically;
* Performs community outreach to promote and increase public participation and use of library services;
* Assists in planning and delivering library programs for children, teens and/or adults;
* Instructs patrons on the use of the Internet, computer applications and other Library services;
* Assists with fines & fees management, collection development/weeding, reserves and opening/closing procedures;
* Ensures patrons follow library policies and procedures;
* May take responsibility for the facility, staff and operations in the absence of the Library Manager;
* Performs other related duties as required.
* Experience with Young Adult programming and knowledge of Young Adult literature preferred.
External Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree required, preferably with a strong, well-rounded liberal arts background;
* Successfully demonstrated public service experience with the ability to work well with a diverse patronage;
* Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills;
* Successfully demonstrated ability to work as part of a team;
* Strong organization and planning skills, including the ability to perform multiple projects or tasks simultaneously;
* Strong computer and other related technology skills, including MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint;
* Demonstrated knowledge of computer services including on-line searching, social media and Library databases preferred;
* Experience creating, conducting and/or participating in community training, programming and outreach preferred;
* Demonstrated knowledge of library resources preferred.
* Experience with Young Adult programming and knowledge of Young Adult literature preferred.