Library Associate

General Description

The Library Associate performs a variety of clerical and para-professional tasks that maintain the orderly flow of daily business at the library circulation desk. This employee provides service to students, Instructors and the administration; processes library materials; and maintains the work of the circulation desk. Work is evaluated through supervisory conferences, observation of work procedures and performance, and annual performance

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain the Work of the Circulation Desk
• Physically maintain the circulation desk, supplies, equipment, and records.
• Check library materials in and out to customers.
• Enrol new library customers.
• Process Instructors’ requests.
• Maintain the New Books Display Area.
• Process Library Materials
• Process new newspapers and magazines.
• Shelve library materials.
• Process all new library materials for physical placement in the library collection.

Work Experience Requirements

At least 3 years prior experience working in a library.

Education Requirments

Degree in Library Studies from a recognized institution.

Key Competencies

Communication and Service:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to become familiar with and instruct others in the use of library facilities, materials and services.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Library Science
• Ability to learn appropriate professional library techniques, procedures, and practices.
• Ability to learn library classification systems and arrangements.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to accept responsibility and supervision.

Technical:

• Knowledge and ability to work with computers.
• Ability to perform detailed tasks and keep statistical records.
• Knowledge of the Library’s University Council’s policies as they pertain to the operation of the library and its collection.
• Ability to work some evenings and Saturdays.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office – Word, Outlook and Excel
• Must be able to effectively communicate (speak, read and write) in English.