Job Summary:
The Library Assistant supports the daily activities of the Reference and Public Services department and works on a variety of complex tasks and projects for other departments as assigned.
This position will start on May 1, 2024.
This position will be presented by the union.
Reports to: Public Services Supervisor
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist library patrons at the Service, Special Collections and Orientation desks.
- Provide retrieval and photocopying services for library users.
- Train patrons in the use and handling of library materials and equipment (i.e., e-readers, audio equipment, microfiche/microfilm readers.
- Maintain knowledge of the classification systems for Core Collection materials and undertake clipping and indexing assignments as directed.
- Fully understand reproduction policies for all types of materials and exercise judgment with regard to handling rare and fragile library materials.
- Undertake specialized assignments for the Technical Services Department and Core Collection Reference Files, and other departments as necessary.