Reference Clerk

• Selecting and ordering adult books, memorials, lost and/or damaged books with director approval.
• Maintaining Reg. Print and Large Print Budgets.
• Cataloging of new and donated books.
• Processing of books.
  • Typing and affixing of labels to books.
  • Covering books when necessary.
• Sorting through donations.
  • Boxing them for sale and taking them to the garage.
• Filling out necessary paperwork when accepting money for memorials and gifts.
• Sending out acknowledgements when completing paperwork and making sure all appropriate staff or departments receive money and/or appropriate paperwork.
• Maintaining files
  • Orders, Memorials, Gifts and Donations
• Shelving and straightening of books
• Weeding of adult collection
  • Ex: Paperbacks, Reg.Print and Large Type Materials
• Putting up a monthly display in front of the Reference Department each month.
• Changing status of books from "New" to "Adult Reference Department"
• Scanning Patron's Card and putting them on the computer.
• Educating patrons as to our Website, eBook Downloads, use of  "Waggin", and any other resources, programs, ect. available to them.
• Placing holds and ILLs for patrons.
• Assisting Patrons with printing, navigating websites, ect. on public computers.

• Conduct student intakes/orientations and assessments and schedule students.
• Create lesson plans to augment and facilitate student progress.
• Monitor students’ progress and tutor compatibility.
• Data entry of attendance sheets and other required documents / records.
• Provide monthly program statistics and reports.
• Plan literacy activities.
  • PSAT/SAT preparation sessions / GED tutoring
  • Family Events / SRC Themed Collaboration with Children’s Department
• Maintains the cleanliness and neatness of literacy rooms, materials, and supplies.
• Develop and implement strategies to increase participant enrollment and retention.
• Maintain positive relationships with co-workers, students, parents, and administration.

BA or BS in education or related field is required. Teacher’s certification and experience is preferred and given first consideration. The position requires hands-on teaching with small groups of students and on an individual basis. The program is designed to instruct students 5-18, adults, and family groups. Knowledge of Common Core Literacy standards, experience in the use and analysis of assessment tools, and teaching experience in a variety of school settings [co-teaching, individual tutoring, general education, special education] is the preferred background for the position.

This job description is not limited to the specific essential functions as outlined. Employee may be required to perform duties of a similar or comparable nature and/or assist with projects.