LIBRARY SPECIALIST 1

AS607 $25,022 - $42,869
Creation Date: 09/21/1999
Change Date: 04/22/2025

FUNCTION OF WORK:
To assist in the preservation, management, and public access of information resources.

LEVEL OF WORK:
Entry

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Library Specialists typically report to a Library Specialist Supervisor.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
None.

JOB DISTINCTIONS:
Differs from general clerical jobs by the presence of library paraprofessional duties.

Differs from the Library Specialist 2 by the absence of experienced level duties.

CORE COMPETENCIES:
CORE COMPETENCIES HAVE NOT BEEN IDENTIFIED BY STATE CIVIL SERVICE FOR THIS JOB TITLE. MORE INFORMATION ON THE SCS COMPETENCY MODEL CAN BE FOUND HERE.

EXAMPLES OF WORK:
EXAMPLES BELOW ARE A BRIEF SAMPLE OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. NOT ALL POSSIBLE TASKS ARE INCLUDED.

Performs basic information verification tasks, using a variety of sources such as databases, indexes, catalogs, etc.

Performs exact-copy cataloging procedures to generate cataloging records.

Assists in processing order requests for library materials.

Searches library catalog for duplication of holdings and standard print/online sources for availability.

May prepare purchase orders.

Updates essential departmental records such as serials check-in, bindery, documents shelflist, circulation, etc.

Provides general library information and directional assistance to patrons. Instructs patrons in the use of library systems and equipment.

Assists in the physical arrangement of materials such as shelving, shelf reading, and checking for accuracy of shelved materials.

May initiate claims for materials not received.

Copies bibliographic records from an external database to a local system.

Performs routine catalog maintenance tasks such as correcting errors, processing transfers/withdrawals, updating holdings, and processing added copies/volumes.

Inputs invoice data into automated acquisitions system.

Collects and compiles data to be used in statistical reports.

Monitors the physical processing of new materials.

May assist in the routine maintenance of audio-visual equipment, microform reader/printers, photocopiers, etc.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
One year of experience in administrative services.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 15 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will substitute for six months of the required experience.