COMMUNITY SERVICES WORKER V (Library Administrative Assistant)

New-Castle-County-Government; Christiana Acres (DE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

New Castle County Department of Community Services is seeking part-time staff for the year-round role, approximately 15-25 hours per week, including nights and weekends. Applicants must pass a background check, medical history review and drug screen.

Online applications are through NEOGOV, and New Castle County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Selected candidates must have reliable transportation and willingness to take first aid training.

Qualifications

• At least three years of supervisory experience at the required level.
• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Preference for bilingual Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced planning and coordination for multiple programs and venues.
• Coordinating multiple programs and venues with high-level administrative responsibilities.
• Oversees library/admin-related duties and timekeeping as needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Bilingual Spanish & English preferred

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

New Castle County Department of Community Services has openings for the following part-time positions (approximately 15-25 hours per week). This is a year-round position and hours, which will require nights and weekends. Selected applicants must pass a background check, medical history review and drug screen prior to the start date, must have a reliable means of transportation, and must be willing to take first aid training. Please provide a valid e-mail address on application.

Candidates may submit online employment applications using the NEOGOV online application system available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nccde.

New Castle County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Performs advanced level planning and coordination for multiple programs and/or venues within the Department of Community Services during various seasons of the year; does related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

An employee in this class performs at a higher level of skill which involves coordinating multiple programs and venues with high-level administrative responsibilities; possible supervision of subordinate community services workers; and participation in policy decision and facility scheduling. Work is performed independently at various recreation sites with no direct supervision by a full-time staff member.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative only) Library Administrative Assistant

• May perform duties of other Community Service Workers in addition to those listed below;
• Petty cash custodian;
• Back-up change fund custodian;
• Back-up Serials processor;
• Coordinates submissions for quarterly program guide;
• Coordinates volunteers;
• Fields questions and concerns of patrons; refers to senior management;
• Performs clerical and administrative work
• Performs timekeeping duties;
• Manages customer accounts, taking payments or documents;
• Assists with time and attendance;
• Orders office supplies and processes invoices for payment;
• Oversees subordinate community services workers;
• In charge of circulation desk on nights and weekends;
• Requires extensive standing and walking about for majority of shift;
• Requires regular bending crouching, twisting, pushing for majority of shift

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Comprehensive knowledge of the rules and regulations of the area to which the employee is assigned; ability to supervise others; ability to communicate courteously and effectively, both verbally and in writing; ability to maintain records and prepare written reports; ability to work independently and make appropriate decisions; dependability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

At least three (3) years of experience in work related to the duties to be performed (experience must have been at the supervisory level if the duties of the position require supervision) and possession of a high school diploma or GED or an equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Preference may be given to applicants who are bilingual in Spanish and English.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid Delaware Class D driver's license or its equivalent if it is required for the duties of the position. Must pass a Class Ill County physical examination if required for the duties of the position. Must pass a drug screening and criminal background check.

Marlene Esposito [e-mail]