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| Performs a specialized library function and/or serves as a team |
| member to coordinate specialized service within departments of the |
| Springville Public Library. |
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| An employee in this class performs work requiring a higher degree of |
| knowledge of Library practices and processes than that required for |
| Library Assistant. The Assistant Librarian provides reference and |
| reader's advisory services and may coordinate or assist in special |
| services such as: programming, collection development, outreach and |
| other services. Overseeing fine collection, compiling and preparation |
| of monthly and annual reports, and working with library budget may be |
| included in responsibilities. Due to the nature of this work and |
| library hours, evening and weekend work may be required. |
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| Review possible books and materials and place orders with vendors. |
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| Represent the library and make financial decisions with minimum |
| supervision. |
| Maintain the collection by evaluating and reordering damaged and/or |
| missing items. |
| Create, prepare, and implement library programs for the public. |
| Produce various reports, utilizing the computer system, and takes |
| needed action. |
| Responsible for financial and legal library operations. |
| Oversee accounts payable and collections. |
| Search for, writes and implements grants. |
| Plan and present programs for the public. |
| Make recommendations related to improving procedures. |
| Attend training as needed |
| Provide instruction to library patrons and staff for automated |
| system, databases, computers and |
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| other technology |
| Complete special projects such as revising Library Policies, or |
| preparing reports, presentations, etc. |
| Compile all library statistics for the Annual State Statistical |
| Report |
| Work at the reference desk, assisting patrons with library |
| questions. |
| Complete library maintenance tasks as needed, i.e. inventory work, |
| shelf reading, weeding, etc. |
| Performs other related duties as assigned. |
| Assist as a clerk when needed, which includes the following: |
| Provides simple information and reference service using print and |
| online sources. |
| Provides reader's advisory service. |
| Provides a full range of circulation services, including patron |
| registration and transactions. |
| Assists in creating promotional materials, writing reports, and |
| maintaining files. |
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| All other duties as assigned. |
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| The above description is illustrative. It is intended as a guide for |
| personnel actions and must not be taken as a complete itemizing of |
| all facets of any job. |
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| Must have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience. |
| Preference given to those with a Masters in Library Science or |
| pursuing further education in the Library Science Field. Spanish |
| language skills a plus. |
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| Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of the library's |
| collection and reference materials and general library policies, |
| practices and procedures |
| Good communication and conflict management skills. |
| Demonstrate time management and organizational skills. |
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| Ability to work in a team environment. |
| Ability to supervise and schedule the work of others. |
| Ability to establish an |
| d maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other |
| organizations and the general public. |
| Provide basic reader's advisory and reference services. |
| Respond positively to negative criticism from the public. |
| Utilize computer hardware and software in the performance of duties. |
| Skill in use of Microsoft Office programs and Quicken. |
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| Performs duties that may include light physical effort such as |
| lifting, bending, stooping, and walking. May require prolonged |
| sitting or standing for up to four hours at a time according to the |
| library's "roving reference" type services. Spanish language skills |
| are a plus. Must be adaptable to changing work hours. Must be willing |
| to work evenings and Saturdays. Occasionally may lift materials up |
| to 40 pounds. |
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