LIBRARY ASSOCIATE
DEFINITION:
Under the direction of a professional librarian, takes the lead in organizing and implementing the technical or public service aspects of one or more library programs such as the development and coordination of events, patron services, or collection management; does other related duties as required.
NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.
NOTE: Appointments may be made to positions requiring bilingual skills.
02288C - Bilingual in Spanish and English
SPECIAL SKILL: Applicants must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in Spanish and English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
Confers with professional librarian or other supervisory official regarding the establishment of proper standards and recommendations for the organization and implementation of the technical aspects of the library or program area.
Takes the lead in developing and implementing programs for the public.
Under the direction of a professional librarian, does the work involved in ordering, checking, purchasing, classifying, cataloging, preparing, binding, and shelving books and other library materials.
Oversees specific library collections and updates holdings by removing obsolete materials and recommending new titles and equipment.
Takes the lead in tasks assigned to support staff and volunteers.
Participates in the training of patrons and staff on the use of library resources.
Resolves patron concerns within authority granted by the professional librarian or other supervisory official.
Participates in library committees and teams.
Provides basic reader advisory to patrons seeking aid in the selection of reading materials.
Conducts tours of the library facility.
Prepares reading lists and bibliographies.
Answers basic reference questions.
Conducts or prepares the content and arrangement of library materials for displays, exhibits, and library programs.
May use online cataloging equipment to maintain catalog system including corrections, additions, new copies and or editions and removal of items from inventory.
Prepares correspondence.
Maintains essential records and files.
Prepares technical, financial, statistical, and other reports.
Will be required to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
EDUCATION:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree.
LICENSE:
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in the State of New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of techniques used to gather data and information.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to instruct others in the use of research methods and tools.
Ability to compile data.
Ability to provide reader's advisory after a period of training.
Ability to conduct surveys and studies and prepare reports.
Ability to prepare correspondence.
Ability to maintain essential records and files.
Ability to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible if they can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
This job specification is applicable to the following title code:
