Library Assistant - Materials Management

JOB REQUIREMENTS: ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Provides courteous, efficient,knowledgeable customer service to patrons, staff, vendors and systemlibrary staff. Searches for and downloads bibliographic records tofacilitate ordering of print, media, serials and electronic resourcesusing current standards and technologies. Generates orders usingintegrated & standalone computer applications. Maintains and verifiesencumbered and expended budget lines for the library materialsaccount(s). Works with vendors to establish accounts; monitors orders;identifies late orders; and communicates with vendors to resolveordering issues. Assists with the management of staff accounts on vendorordering systems. Works with catalogers to resolve collection holdingsissues, especially regarding serials. Identifies problems andparticipates in discussions about solutions and/or updates toacquisitions procedures. Works with other library sections, OWLSnet, andlibrary vendors. Troubleshoots departmental software and tests newacquisitions software. Applies RFID tags to new materials. Conducts andparticipates in yearend maintenance of periodical collections. Assistswith physical processing of materials. Maintains regular, punctual, andpredictable attendance. OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS Participates on library widetask force(s) as assigned. Communicates library policies, rules ®ulations to the public. Other projects as assigned. OTHEREXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree orequivalent combination of education, training, and experience whichprovides the following knowledge, abilities and skills: Knowledge ofpublic library services and practices Some knowledge of ordering systemsSome knowledge of accounting systems and practices Ability tocommunicate and maintain effective relationships Computer skillsincluding a working knowledge of Windows, MS Office, internet searchstrategies, and electronic databases Good oral and written communicationskills and the ability to communicate with other in a tactful andcourteous manner Ability to learn new technologies and software, andcommunicate that knowledge to others Ability to learn libraryprocedures, policies, and communicate these Ability to workindependently with creativity Ability to maintain paper and electronicfiles and records. Ability to sustain prolonged visual concentration.Ability to deal with public relations problems courteously and tactfullyAbility to work as a team member, maintaining effective relationshipswith co-workers Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Ability tolife at least 30 lbs.; push a loaded book cart (200 lbs.) on carpetingAbility to read fine print (font sizes of 8 or larger) Ability to hearthe library's security system, computer alerts, and normal speakingvoices Ability to read and speak Spanish or Hmong a plus APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:

Created: 2026-04-09