Circulation Specialist

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Classified ID
1069
Description

Job Summary

The Circulation Specialist will support the Circulation Librarian to ensure a friendly, effective and efficient library experience and to provide optimal accessibility to the library’s collection and services. The Circulation Specialist will carry out routine Circulation Desk duties, assist the Circulation Librarian with defining and implementing new and existing circulation procedures, handle the overdue materials process, and supervise community volunteers. They will provide an excellent readers’ advisory service and be welcoming to all library visitors.  

Examples of Duties

  1. Performs all functions at the library’s main desk and promotes self-checkout.
  2. Supervises circulation volunteers and plans recognition 
  3. Handles overdue materials' notification, billing and customer interactions; prepares regular cash reports. 
  4. Orders, handles invoices, and maintains budgets for library supplies 
  5. Provides back-up support for inter-library-loan (ILL) and Kit Keeper 
  6. Works with Circulation Librarian to review and update operational procedures 
  7. Collects and reports on monthly and annual statistics 
  8. Assists in troubleshooting for computers, self-checkout machines, and other equipment at the Circulation Desk  
  9. Handles and troubleshoots Novelist and Libby to assist patrons in finding their “next best book” to read 
  10. Periodically assumes full responsibility for the operation and security of the library 
  11. Assists with staff scheduling 
  12. Enforces library policies and procedures appropriately. 
  13. May serve on a city-wide committee 
  14. Performs other duties as assigned 

Minimum Required Qualifications

  1. Bachelor’s degree with two years of public library experience required; equivalency considered. 

Supplemental Information

  1. Experience in a library-related field, and/or Vermont Library Certification preferred 
  2. Demonstrated knowledge of library procedures, operations and services as they relate to circulation; experience with the Verso ILS is preferred 
  3. Proficiency in a language other than English is preferred.  
  4. Works with a high degree of accuracy, efficiency, dependability and independence 
  5. Providing excellent customer service to the public and co-workers 
  6. Expertise and proficiency with computers and devices, popular library software, internet and digital communications 
  7. Ability to learn library procedures and apply policies 
  8. Ability to sort through details to solve problems and set procedures 
  9. Broad knowledge of books and literature 
  10. Strong communication skills 
  11. Strong organizational skills 
Title
Circulation Specialist
Salary Range
$47590 to $50502
Application Deadline
10/06/2024
Location
South Burlington, VT
Application URL
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/southburlington/jobs/4648958/circulation-specialist?pagetype= 

Contact Information

Name
Sousa, Maddi
Email
msousa@southburlingtonvt.gov 
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