SOUTH GEORGIA COLLEGE

Job Description

Working Title:          Library Technical Paraprofessional

Job Classification:    Paraprofessional

FLSA Exemption:     Non-Exempt

Department:             Library

Purpose:

This is advanced sub-professional library work.  Work involves specific responsibilities for a special sub-professional phase of library work such as limited cataloging, or supervision of a reading room or similar section of the library.  The work includes supervision of student assistants, and may include supervision of subordinate library personnel, and assisting patrons in the use of the library.  Employees of this class are expected to work independently following established practices and procedures.  Work is reviewed by observation of results and may include conferences.

Nature of Work:

Essential Functions

• Performs routine clerical duties such as typing, faxing, mailing, filing, photocopying, processes invoices and bookkeeping.
• Checks library materials in and out.                       
• Performs technical services such as ordering, receiving, processing and inventorying library materials.
• Assists library patrons with questions and problems.
• Supervises student assistants.                                                

·        Assists with book processing and ordering.                     

·        Assists with audiovisual set-ups.

·        Operates a computer.

·        Assists with trouble-shooting problems with copier and other equipment.

·        Bills other campus departments for photocopies.

·        Reports to work as scheduled by immediate supervisor.

·        Assists with annual book inventory.

·        Bar codes materials.                                 

·        Updates journal holdings database.                        

·        Provides back up for reference or circulation desks.

·        Performs other job-related duties as requested by the supervisor.

Exceptional Functions

Required/Desired Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

• Considerable knowledge of library procedures, methods and techniques

• Ability to assign and supervise work of work study students

• Ability to deal  tactfully and courteously with library patrons

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions

• Ability to use a computer

Required/Desired Education, Experience and Necessary Qualifications:

• High school diploma required, completion of college-level courses in library sciences preferred; one-two years working experience as a Library Assistant; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Supervision:

The Library Technical Paraprofessional reports to the Library Director