All submitted applications and attached paperwork are kept on file for 6 months. The work follows well established procedures. Detailed instructions are given when the aide is newly hired and as part of any new assignment. Work assignments are usually closely supervised.
Qualifications are the ability to alphabetize, follow instructions, work quickly and accurately.
Good work habits are required. Although there are well established procedures, independent judgment and initiative is often needed to apply the procedures to a specific situation. Work often involves patron interactions and sometimes involves using equipment such as reader-printers and microfilm readers. Qualifications include the ability to alphabetize, follow instructions, work quickly and accurately, keyboard, operate or learn to operate equipment to be utilized as part of the work assignment, and work well with the public. Good work habits are required.