Bookmobile Driver/Circulation Assistant

Date Prepared: November 2025
Reports to: Bookmobile Manager/Librarian
Basic Function: Drives the bookmobile and performs routine circulation tasks. 
Subordinates: None
Level: 106
Status: Non-exempt

Nature and Scope: This individual is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the bookmobile. Assists in circulating materials to bookmobile patrons and in providing a friendly atmosphere to all ages. 

Principal Duties:  

• Primary driver to all stops

• Performs basic maintenance of the Bookmobile

• Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections

• Reports mechanical and safety concerns immediately 

• Cleans the Bookmobile inside and out

• Provides direct service to Bookmobile patrons

  • Participates in community outreach events

  • Resolves patron account questions and complaints

  • Answers reference questions correctly and completely

  • Performs routine circulation duties

  • Has a positive and solution driven disposition for all visiting the bus

  • Shelves materials

• Additional duties appropriate to the classification may be assigned as necessary

Acceptable Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of routine vehicle maintenance

• Knowledge of city and county roadways

• Ability to:

  • Work with limited supervision

  • Communicate effectively, both orally and written

  • Adapt to change

  • Work in a fast-paced environment

  • Deal tactfully and courteously with the public; and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public as well as co-workers

• Experience with computers and other common office equipment

• Knowledge of established library policies and procedures

• Physical agility and strength to bend, reach, lift, and carry 50 pounds

• Work in close quarters with other staff members and the public

• Maintains a neat appearance appropriate for work on the Bookmobile

• Punctual

Education/Certification/Demonstrated Skill Requirements:

• Valid Ohio Driver’s license and a clean drivers abstract

• High school diploma or GED 

• Experience driving large vehicles, CDL preferred  

• Any combination of experience and/or training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.