Library Specialist I (Naples Regional Library)

Job Summary

Performs a variety of routine support (non-professional) duties relating to the overall operation of the public library at the Naples Regional Library. This Library Specialist I will be required to work Saturdays to accommodate library visitors during weekend hours.

Essential Functions

• Implements all circulation policies and procedures; executes the overall operation of the circulation desk.

• Performs circulation duties; checks books in and out; retrieves books from book drop; takes overdue fines, writes receipts, and completes daily cash receipts; issues library cards; requests inter-library loan services; assists in managing circulation and patron services.

• Operates library facility; shelves books and audio-video; reads shelves; ensures shelves are in order; and assists in removing and restocking library inventories.

• Provides customer service to library patrons; assists patrons in choosing books to read; assists patrons with research material; looks up information in electronic information resources, encyclopedias, reference books, and online catalog; directs and assists with reference questions; maintains all patron registration files; helps patrons operate copier, computers, and Internet service; enrolls patrons in special programs, and provides general assistance.

• Processes incoming and outgoing mail; checks in periodicals.

• Repairs books and cassette sets or coordinates repairs with vendors; glues and/or tapes torn pages, replaces missing pages, re-inserts and glues loose pages, etc.; places mylar covers on books; reviews audio and video cassettes for damages and replaces as needed.

• Researches and processes missing materials; contacts patrons by phone regarding missing materials on their card with fines and/or lost fees; follows up with letter if not returned; places stop on patron accounts until issues are resolved; processes lists for send items, DU and unclaimed books.

• Processes new and gift books, audiovisual, and other library materials; stamps logo on book; types and attaches spine label; checks books into the system.

• Designs and prepares displays, bulletin boards, and posters.

• Answers incoming telephone calls and directs calls to various workstations.

• Adds patron reserve book requests to a computer system; notifies patrons when their request has arrived.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintains cleanliness and general order of the library.

• Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Six (6) months of related experience preferred.

• Fingerprinting required.

Supplemental information

• Essential Employees may be required to work during an undeclared or declared emergency. The County's Administrative Office will determine who will be required to work on an incident-by-incident basis.

• This job posting is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.