This is routine vehicle operation and minor clerical work for the Miami-Dade Public Library System.

An employee in this class is responsible for driving a library bookmobile to several library service sites throughout Miami-Dade County and fueling and performing minor vehicle maintenance work. Additional responsibilities include assisting patrons with circulation related functions; issuing library cards; accessing and updating patron records; collecting fines for materials and fees from patrons; maintaining inventory of materials, equipment and supplies, operating audio-visual equipment and assisting with specialized library programs. Work requires some manipulative skill and dexterity in operating mobile equipment safely and independent judgment is required while attending to patrons. General supervision is received from an administrative superior who reviews work for conformance to established policies and procedures.

ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS:

Assists patrons with circulation related functions, such as, issuing library cards; accessing and updating patron records; barcodes and links materials; collecting fines for materials and fees from patrons residing outside of the library taxing district; and other routine record keeping and processing duties.

Drives a library bookmobile to several service sites throughout Miami-Dade County; maintains bookmobile by fueling and providing minor maintenance work, such as, checking and correcting fluid levels, checking tires and inspecting vehicle body for corrosion and damage; maintaining a schedule of preventive maintenance services; maintains cleanliness of bookmobile interior and inspects safety equipment; assists with minor emergency road service.

Maintains library materials and equipment; maintains supplies and equipment inventories and requisitions new supplies as needed; operates audio-visual equipment; assists with specialized library projects and programs.

Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS:

Knowledge of the general rules and regulations of the library system.

Knowledge of the road network of Miami-Dade County library system.

Knowledge of local traffic regulations.

Knowledge of defensive driving methods and techniques.

Knowledge of basic library procedures, methods and techniques.

Knowledge of library circulation and cataloging.

Knowledge of customer service principles and techniques.

Ability to file alphabetically and numerically.

Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.

Ability to learn routine tasks within a reasonable time period.

Ability to deal with library patrons in a tactful and courteous manner.