GENERAL PURPOSE:  Under general supervision, performs a variety of technical functions in support of New Braunfels Public Library operations; catalogs and processes library materials; assists with maintenance functions of the library collection; staffs the public service desks; and performs other related duties as assigned.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Assists in ensuring the delivery of high-quality library services to patrons and the timely processing of library materials.
• Evaluates donations for consideration as additions to the Library’s collection.
• Catalogs new and/or donated library materials; searches, creates, and edits cataloging records; generates and attaches spine labels to cataloged books.
• Processes library materials for circulation.
• Provides quality control and assists in ensuring patron materials requests are processed in a timely manner.
• Works to train library staff and volunteers to process and repair library materials.
• Researches and resolves circulation issues involving library materials.
• Performs a variety of circulation duties including checking books in and out, issuing library cards, and collecting library fees and fines.
• Staffs the public service desks as assigned; responds to patron inquiries; assists patrons in locating library materials and/or utilizing public computers.
• Assists with the weeding and maintenance of the collection.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in English or a related field; and one (1) year technical services experience in a public library environment; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications:  None.

Required Knowledge of:

• Public library operations and services.
• Collection development and maintenance principles.
• Circulation, cataloging, and reference practices.
• Library computer systems, software, and databases.
• Customer service standards and protocol.

   

  Required Skill in:

• Coordinating and performing a variety of technical library services functions.
• Assisting in ensuring the delivery of high-quality library services to patrons.
• Participating in the development and maintenance of assigned library collections.
• Cataloging and processing a variety of library materials in a timely manner.
• Staffing the public service desk and providing assistance to patrons.

   

  Preferred knowledge/experience with:

• MarcMagician and Bookwhere for cataloging.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.

   

  Physical Demands / Work Environment: 

• Work is performed in a library environment and is subject to sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting of objects up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to push loaded book carts and lift/carry library materials and equipment.
• May be required to work immediately before, during or immediately after an emergency or disaster.

Starting minimum salary range is $14.11 - $16.93 per hour based on experience and qualifications. Benefits include Texas Municipal Retirement System; paid vacation and sick leave accrual; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. EOE