Job Details for 2154 - EO Library Technical Assistant
Job Description
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
GRADE: 109
POSITION SUMMARY
Under general supervision, performs work of moderate
difficulty providing research assistance to judges, attorneys, litigants and
the general public using the Law Library. Performs related work in the upkeep
and maintenance of library materials and inventory; performs related work as
required.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
An employee in
the class provides support to the library by receiving and preparing library
materials for the collection, creating and maintaining records of library
holding, and provides information about library resources to patrons. This work
requires the knowledge of library tools and systems, methods, operations and
practices. Direction is received from the Law Library Director.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The list of duties and
responsibilities is illustrative only, and is not a comprehensive listing of
all the duties and responsibilities performed by positions in this class.
• Provides general information to clientele by answering questions,
retrieving materials and assisting with legal references
• Performs
general office work of sort and distribute mail and answer incoming phone
calls
• Directs more complex inquiries to a law librarian
•
Re-shelves and shift books as needed
• Files loose-leaf services,
advance sheets, periodicals and supplements in appropriate binders
•
Processes new materials, including security stripping, labeling, shelving and
binding
• Maintains serial records in the Library’s catalog
•
Assists patrons with library computers and accessing the library’s digital
collection
• Provides change for the copiers, collects payment for
library services and maintains records of library cash transactions
•
Replaces paper and coins in library copiers as needed, monitors library
printer supplies
• Maintains regular attendance and punctuality
NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Adjusts work
assignments and schedules in the event of an emergency to participate in
emergency preparedness, response, and recovery activities as assigned.
•
Depending on assignment may maintain required emergency management training,
licensure and/or certifications.
• Performs related duties as required or
assigned within job classification.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform
this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential
duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the
knowledge, skill, and /or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Knowledge of:
• Organizational systems that libraries use to
classify and find materials
• English language, spelling and arithmetic
• Division policies and procedures
• The operations of the Court
system
Skill in:
• The operations of general office equipment
• Current Microsoft Office and general computer skills
• Using
online library catalog
• General research skills including web searches
• Handling and organizing complex filings with varied demands and
interruptions
Ability to:
• Dealing effectively with others
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Carry
out instructions furnished in writing, oral or diagram form, and to produce
desired outcomes timely and completely
• Communicate and use
interpersonal skills to interact with coworkers, supervisor, the general
public, etc. to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive
work direction
• Work independently
SUPERVISORY
RESPONSIBILITIES
None.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Completion of a High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)
equivalent and two (2) years of experience working in a clerical support
position in a library environment; or, an equivalent combination of education
and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the
job such as those listed above.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The
physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by
an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.
Position is typically office or
administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental
conditions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment
characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential functions.
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds
of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or
constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the
human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are
sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other
sedentary criteria are met.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
None.