Library Staff Assistant at Entech Staffing Solutions
Flint, MI 48503
About the Job
Entech is seeking a Library Staff Assistant for a local library at an educational institution in Flint, MI. This is a full-time contract position. Pay Rate: $17.63/hr
JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversees circulation of library materials to students, faculty, staff and the public using the PALnet/Koha automated library system.
Maintains confidentiality of patron information in accordance with Michigan library privacy laws.
Communicates with library users and interprets administrative and operating policies and procedures both verbally and in writing.
Makes decisions concerning individual patron access to library services, places blocks when necessary, and works with patrons to resolve issues.
Assists with interlibrary loan and MeLCat processes.
Assists in the collection, maintenance, and preparation of statistical information relevant to the Circulation Department.
Completes daily reconciliation of cash register and cash drawers of each staff member using register tapes, Datatel transaction reports and the library’s automated system reports.
Reviews system-generated billing notices for accuracy, resolves Datatel blocks as appropriate, and process/mails notices.
Performs other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Requirements:
All minimum requirements must be met for a candidate to be considered for a position
List minimum required knowledge, skills, abilities, or other characteristics
May include education, experience levels, software proficiencies, etc.
Minimum of Associates Degree or higher.
One year of experience delivering quality customer service in a library setting or in a setting that required problem solving on customer requests and the ability to exchange information and interface effectively with customers clearly and concisely.
Experience handling money in a library setting or with retail cashiering.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive student and patron records such as social security numbers, birthdates, addresses, and phone numbers, or other information in Datatel or the integrated library system.
Ability to communicate and work effectively with a culturally diverse population.
Preferred Requirements:
Academic library experience.
Library Technician Associates degree.
Familiar with Koha automated library system.
Experience with invoicing, accounts receivable, collections, accounting procedures, or using an integrated data information system for business operations.
