CIRCUIT COURT LAW LIBRARY AIDE

DEFINITION OF CLASS

The Law Library Aide serves as support staff to the Law Librarian and Assistant Law Librarian. This position is part time and assists in all aspects of the law library. The incumbent reports directly to the Law Librarian, Assistant Law Librarian and is ultimately responsible to the Court Administrator.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Manage reference desk by directing all incoming telephone calls and assisting library patrons.

· Maintain the law library’s conference room reservations calendar.

· Maintain legal loose leaf filing/updating.

· Shelve incoming legal publications.

· Perform informational research and reference services on an as-needed basis, including accessing on-line databases and other sources of information as required by judges, court personnel, attorneys, and the public.

· Update all stand-alone CD-ROMS.

· Complete on-going library projects.

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict additional various diversified tasks and assignments that may be required by the Judicial Officers and/or Court Administrator.

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Class Code: 007426

Grade: 9 (Non-Exempt)

Hourly Rate: $13.00-$14.50 plus benefits

Closing Date: Until Filled

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

· Ability to work a specific shift with flexibility to accommodate occasional schedule changes – four hours between 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. (close) the law library.

· Maintain a regular, punctual and reliable level of attendance.

· Ability to work independently.

· Proficient in office computer databases.

· Thorough knowledge of all library equipment and computers, including minimal repairs of copiers and facsimile machine.

· Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, and exercise a high degree of judgment, tact, diplomacy and competence in dealing with judges, attorneys, court personnel and the public.

· Ability to handle stress and maintain a professional demeanor when dealing with court personnel and the public at all times.

· Ability to deliver and place library books on shelves in law library and judges’ chambers.

· Ability to shift and transport books to perform the essential functions of this position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

· B.S., B.A. or paralegal degree from an accredited university.

· An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted with legal research experience.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed by such a person.