Receives and analyzes reference requests; interviews requesters to determine content of request; conducts follow-up to determine usefulness of material; conducts computer searches and formulates search strategies

Provides system administration, training, and support for the integrated library automation system

Catalogs and processes incoming materials, verifying cataloging information available from acceptable resources or performing original cataloging as necessary; maintains current classification and subject headings as established by the Library of Congress

Uses Internet, electronic mail and on-line library systems in the provision of reference services within licensing/legal parameters; and recommends system modifications

Coordinates and oversees orders for new equipment and materials such as books, tapes, journals, and institutional memberships for the Professional Library; selects items for purchase of materials; and confers with vendors regarding new items

Assists with software installations; develops and maintains procedures for system security; troubleshoots problems; assures proper maintenance of system hardware and software

Designs, implements, and oversees a library collection of various materials including a library information system for acquisitions, cataloging, on-line Public Access Catalog, booking/circulation, serials, and purging

Provides orientation to resources, procedures, and assistance to patrons in locating information; provides training to patrons in the operation of systems and equipment

Plans, and coordinates a variety of meetings, workshops and conferences; develops and makes presentations in-service training for library staff, teachers and program managers

Composes, edits, and proofreads correspondence, memorandums, bulletins, and reports; designs and disseminates public relations materials to promote the Professional Library

Initiates or develops additional programs, systems, and services; prepares procedural instruction for system users; coordinates the program services and the maintenance of instructional materials collection

Provides continuous training, work direction, and technical assistance to other library services staff

Makes presentations to school district personnel or others on the resources and services available in the Professional Library

Circulates and disseminates library materials according to established procedures; prepares, verifies, and distributes annotated bibliographies and records on selected subjects related to education

Assists County Office and school district staff in the selection and order of library, media, and instructional materials; provides clients with library reference resources

Operates a desktop computer to create and maintain library management databases as well as standard office equipment such as a computer, copier, fax machine, calculator, and printer

Performs related duties as assigned.

A valid and appropriate California Driver License and a safe driving record which meets the County office of Education's Insurance requirements.

Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including effective record-keeping and filing system practices, software applications, and personal computer operations

Library organization, terminology, concepts and processes including cataloging, acquisitions, reference procedures, serials management, and bibliographic resources; circulation service, delivery systems involving a variety of print and related materials and media collections

Reference procedures and sources; cataloging procedures; Library of Congress classification system and subject heading, MARC format, filing and descriptive cataloging rules

Library information systems including terminology, concepts, and applications as related to integrated systems, remote access, the Internet and LANs/WANs.

Available on-line information services including costs, specialties, and scope of services

Education practices and terminology

Proper English usage including spelling, punctuation, syntax, grammar, and sentence structure

General business math principles

Perform in-depth reference services using computerized reference service systems; and apply innovative technology to library management and information services

Order, catalog, and process book and non-book materials

Read, analyze, and interpret narrative and statistical data

Communicate effectively orally and in writing using tact and diplomacy

Plan and conduct workshops, and present information to individuals and large groups

Troubleshoot problems and/or interact with technical support staff

Determine appropriate search strategies for the library collection and computer databases

Assist patrons in the use of the Professional Library and interpret search requests and respond with tact and diplomacy

Remain abreast of emerging technologies and trends in the field including virtual libraries, digital/analog film libraries on demand, etc.

Contact publishers, distributors and suppliers regarding shipping/receiving and discrepancies in purchased orders

Serve as a lead to and direct and oversee the work of others

Organize and maintain a variety of records, files, and materials

Compose procedural instructions, correspondence, reports, and prepare public relations materials

Work independently with minimal direction

Meet schedules and timelines

Establish and maintain cooperative work relationships with those contacted in the course of assigned duties.