PURPOSE: Provide library services to the public.

FUNCTIONAL AREAS: Under direction:

*  1.  Staff public service desks.
*  2.  Provide information to the public.
*  3.  Respond to informational needs of the public by conducting complex searches of information sources and databases.
*  4.  Maintain required records.
*  5.  Assist with maintenance of print and non-print collections.
6.  Perform related tasks as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience Requirements:

†  1.  A master's degree in library science from an American Library Association accredited school or a combination of education and experience accepted as equivalent.

Knowledge Requirements:

†  1.  Knowledge of the principles and practices of library science, including MARC cataloging and classification, reference, material selection, circulation methods, public library operation, and library automation.
†  2.  Knowledge of current library technologies.
†  3.  Knowledge of services for special needs groups.

Ability Requirements:

†  1.  Ability to use and apply modern library technology.
†  2.  Ability to handle information requests quickly, efficiently and effectively.
†  3.  Ability to perform detail work accurately and consistently.
†  4.  Ability to work independently at public service desks.
†  5.  Ability to maintain composure when working under pressure and to meet deadlines.
†  6.  Ability to work as a member of a team.
†  7.  Ability to communicate through oral and written reports.
†  8.  Ability to enter and/or retrieve information from various sources such as computerized databases, printed volumes, microfilm or michrofiche.
†  9.  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with library personnel and with the public, including people from all walks of life.
†  10.  Ability to work evening and weekend hours as scheduled.
†  11.  Ability to retrieve and replace materials on shelves at various heights.
†  12.  Ability to propel a loaded shelving cart weighing up to 335 pounds for distances of up to 50 feet on a carpeted surface.
†  13.  Ability to frequently transport materials weighing up to 25 pounds, and occasionally weighing up to 50 pounds, from one part of the library to another.
†  14.  Ability to work in a stationary position for long periods.
†  15.  Ability to transport oneself throughout the library.

*Essential functions of the position
†Job requirements necessary on the first day of employment

6/13/05
Duluth Public Library, 520 W. Superior St., Duluth, MN 55802