JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Reference Assistant 

CLASSIFICATION: (non-exempt)

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs a variety of reference, information, and interlibrary loan functions under the supervision of the Reference Supervisors. Does related work as required.

EXAMPLES OF WORK (illustrative only):

• Provides reference and information services
• Provides reader’s advisory services and bibliographic instruction
• Assists with creating, coordinating, and promoting library services, special events, and displays
• Performs online searching
• Assists with maintenance of reference collections (books, documents, serials)
• Assists patrons with library materials, microforms, computers, and equipment
• Assists with interlibrary loan requests and procedures
• May assist with collection development in specific areas
• Assists patrons with computers in the Reference area, including instruction in online databases and services
• Assists with general shelving
• Cataloging
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Basic knowledge of modern principles and practices of library organization, procedure, policy, materials, aims and services; knowledge of technical library and database maintenance tasks; initiative; resourcefulness; good judgment; orderliness; accuracy; tact; adaptability; ability to get along well with others; ability to communicate pleasantly and effectively with general public and library staff. Regular attendance and punctuality is essential.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High school diploma required.
2. College/Work Experience Preferred
3. Knowledge of current technology required.
4. Some evening and weekend work required
5. Kansas driver's license may be required.
6. Meeting the physical demands of the position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF POSITION:

Lifts and carries up to 25 lbs.

Pushes up to 60 lbs. of books on carts

Sitting, standing, walking, climbing, and stooping

Bending, twisting, and reaching

Talking and hearing

Handling, processing, picking up, and shelving of books and materials

Keyboarding, writing, filing, and sorting paperwork

EQUIPMENT USED: Typewriter, cash register, desktop computer, laptop computer, telephone, fax machine, photocopier, paper cutter, audio/video devices, data projector, book scanner, image scanner, color printer, microfilm reader, Kindle