Description
This is a permanent part-time position. Balgonie Public Library Branch is open 20 hours per week. The Branch employs a Branch Librarian, as well as a Branch Assistant who works at least one three hour shift per month.
Branch Librarians are responsible for the operation of the local library branch. They perform a variety of clerical tasks of a responsible nature requiring knowledge of branch library procedures as established by the regional library headquarters. They use computer equipment for communications, searching, circulation functions, record keeping and reporting. They assist patrons in finding resources/information. They receive direction and training from their supervisor and work with considerable independence. Throughout their work, and particularly in serving the public, they are required to exercise judgment based on knowledge of the organization of the regional library and its policies and procedures. They supervise assistants and report to their branch supervisor or designate. They work in conjunction with their local library board, however they answer to their Southeast Regional Library supervisor.
Skills and Abilities
Work Setting
- Public library
Type of Collection
- Children
- General
- Young adults
- Adults
Essential Skills
- Computer use
- Finding information
- Decision making
- Working with others
- Oral communication
Additional Skills
- Train and supervise staff
- Use word-processing, spreadsheet and other software packages
Specific Public Services Skills
- Organize circulation of collection
- Prepare interlibrary loans
- Provide reference services
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