Hourly Library Aide - Business Office AideCITY OF IOWA CITY - Job Description
Job Class #9975 FLSA Non Exempt
Non Civil Service
Identification
Position Title: Library Aide
Jon Title: Business Office Aide
Department: Administrative Services
Division: Library
Immediate Supervisor: Administrative Coordinator
Job Summary
Under immediate supervision, performs work of routine difficulty as clerical assistant in the Business
Office.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
Prepares and sends out library and volunteer program mail, including postcards, letters and
packages using computerized mailing equipment.
Monitors postage balance in machine and mailing supplies.
Assists in the preparation of the monthly Library Board of Trustee meeting packets.
Monitors office and first aid supplies.
Communicates with staff about supply needs.
Places supply orders online.
Stocks supplies.
Works with Administrative Coordinator on annual supply order and annual calendar order.
Acts as back-up receptionist in the absence of permanent Business Office staff.
Responsible for the daily afternoon interdepartmental mail run to the Civic Center including
delivering the Library’s bank deposit to the City Finance department three days each week.
Assists with database entry as needed.
Monitors email and other Library correspondence to keep abreast of current library operations.
Follows established policies and procedures regarding the safety and security of the public and
staff members.
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Conducts self in a manner which promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity in the workplace
and community.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Physical and Environmental Conditions
Ability to sit, stand, walk, crouch, squat, climb stairs in a library and office setting. The employee
must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. This
position must have the ability to apply up to 30 pounds of force to move or push a cart. Requires
manual dexterity and fine motor skills to manipulate materials of various sizes and shapes. Specific
vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and depth perception.
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must
be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Minimum Education, Experience and Certification
High school diploma or equivalent required. Must pass criminal background check.
Preferred Education, Experience and Certification
Experience working in a library, customer service or related field preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to understand basic library policies and
procedures. Ability to work independently. Ability to type 25 wpm. Experience with office
procedures and equipment. Ability to alphabetize and write neatly.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by
individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties,
and skills required of personnel so classified in this position.