Interlibrary Loan Assistant

POSITION:Interlibrary Loan AssistantLOCATION: The Library Center - 4653 S Campbell Avenue - Springfield, MOClassification:Part TimeSalary Track:Library Worker IIFLSA Status:Non-exemptPAY RATE: $14.34 per hourAPPLICATION DEADLINE:Until FilledThis a part-time position, routinely working 24 hours per week. Candidates must be available to work during hours the Interlibrary Loan Department is open:Monday through Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm. As a condition of employment, work schedules may change as necessary to best provide user services and to meet the Librarys responsibility to the citizens of Greene County.Excellent Part Time Benefitsinclude Paid Time Off and holiday pay. Employee Assistance Program, Vision and Dental insurance, Telehealth, and a retirement savings plan are also available.This position requires high school graduation, completion of a high school equivalent program such as a GED or current enrollment in high school or a high school equivalent program.All candidates for employment must be at least 16 years old.Education and experience shall be evaluated with regard to recency and quality, as well as quantity. Based on the number and quality of applicants, applications may be reviewed for qualifications beyond the minimums stated herein.Applications may be found online athttp://thelibrary.org/work then follow the link provided for this Job PostingComplete the application and submit your transcript, if required, through our online application process.Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employmentDirect questions through e-mail [email protected] call 417-616-0589 Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm.Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to testing or appointment.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERPosition SummaryThe Interlibrary Loan Assistant supports interlibrary loan services by facilitating the borrowing and lending of library materials between different libraries. Responsibilities include managing interlibrary loan requests, processing incoming and outgoing materials, maintaining accurate records of transactions, and coordinating the timely delivery of requested items. The assistant also communicates with other libraries to fulfill requests, resolves issues related to interlibrary loan transactions, and ensures compliance with interlibrary loan policies and procedures. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with library systems and procedures are essential for success in this role.Essential FunctionsResponsible for interlibrary loan lending duties:Daily processing of incoming requestsMaintaining lending statisticsPreparing invoices for lost materialsPrepares interlibrary loan materials for shipmentRoutinely searches catalog and place holdsRoutinely operates resource-sharing databases and ILL moduleRegisters lending institutions for library cardsRoutinely checks in, checks out, and renews library materialsPrepares outgoing mail and branch deliveryOrders mail and delivery suppliesSorts and distributes incoming delivery to Library Center departmentsRoutine telephone and email communicationAssists system-wide staff with delivery and interlibrary loan policies and proceduresInterprets and implements the Librarys General Conduct PolicyConsistentlypunctual for work and Completes assigned duties in atimely manner.Exemplifies professional attitude and demeanor while engaging constituents, includingthe ability to work and interact with others in a cooperative, pleasant, and constructive manner.This job description is not intended to