LIBRARY ASSISTANT III
DEPARTMENTAL SPECIFIC DUTIES

Knowledge of online/electronic reference sources such as the Web, Galileo, CD-Rom and GIL as well as assisting patrons with location and usage of print resources including government documents.


1. Assist patrons with reference questions. Possess positive and helpful attitude in an approachable and friendly manner.
   
   
2. Ability to interpret and suggest strategies for research such as suggesting the best source of information available, whether print or electronic.
   
   
3. Gives orientation to patrons and/or student assistants. Provides tours when necessary.
   
   
4. Possess good judgement to know when to pass a reference question on to a faculty member.
   
   
5. Maintains and manages reference collections to include shelving new updates, removing older editions when necessary and filing loose leaf services and code services as well as locating missing items.
   
   
6. Compiles bibliographies, constructs handouts and other needed forms and assists with Term Paper Clinic preparation and other workshops on an as needed basis.
   
   
7. Monitors functionality of equipment. Reports mechanical problems to the appropriate person, and keeps accurate documentation.
   
   
8. Knowledge of policies and procedures of the library and the Information Services Department to include being aware of faculty liaison areas for referrals when necessary.
   
   
9. Participation in collection development process to include recommending to librarians sources for the collection when a request is made or a need in a particular area is seen.
   
   
10. Administration of Bank, Post Office, and Library Program. (IRS Tax Program)
    
    
11. Other duties as assigned.
    

EDB
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