24-B

SENIOR LIBRARY CLERK

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves the performance of moderately complex library clerical tasks and assisting patrons with both use of the library collection and general policies/procedures of the library. This class requires a greater degree of autonomy than Library Clerk, moderate job complexity and supervisory responsibility. Work is performed under general supervision of a higher level Clerk or a Librarian. Supervision is exercised over library Clerks, Pages and Volunteers. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative only)

Provides information to the public on library policies and procedures;

Reviews filing and other work of pages and clerks;

Maintains departmental work schedules and compiles data for statistical reports;

Maintains interlibrary loan records;

Inspects returned library material for damage;

Assigns and reviews work of subordinate staff;

Arranges or files materials according to library filing rules;

Performs routine searches of and updates to computer records;

Issues borrower cards according to library procedures;

Performs routine circulation, reserve and overdue functions;

Makes and checks routine arithmetic computations;

Operates office equipment such as photocopiers or fax machines;

Answers the telephone, takes messages;

Calls patrons to deliver messages or information on library materials;

Types cards, lists, labels, or short entries on forms or computers.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Working knowledge of library services and practices; working knowledge of business arithmetic; good knowledge of office terminology, procedures and equipment as applied to library clerical work; good knowledge of library filing and shelving rules; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to plan, coordinate, and supervise the work of others; ability to operate an alphanumeric keyboard such as a typewriter, terminal, or personal computer accurately - skilled typing is not necessary; tact and courtesy in dealing with staff and public.

REVISED: September 30, 1998

CIVIL SERVICE CLASSIFICATION: Competitive