Library Assistant II-Main (Information) (Grade 9)

Yuma County; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Yuma County Library District is seeking a staff member to perform library work of moderate difficulty in a branch division and to act as lead worker for some staff. Hours may vary (Monday – Saturday) depending on the needs of the Library District.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED and sixty college hours, or a Library Technical Assistant certificate with two years’ library experience; must obtain fingerprint clearance and pass a background check.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, plus 60 college hours.
• Or LTA certificate with library experience.
• Fingerprint clearance and background check required.
• Arizona driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform library work of moderate difficulty in a branch division.
• Act as lead worker for some staff.
• Hours may vary (Monday–Saturday) depending on library needs.
• Provide effective customer service and address irate patrons calmly.

Skills

Customer service

Supervision

Communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Sixty semester hours

Library Technical Assistant Certificate

Two years library experience

Job description

Job Summary

This position is advertised from the minimum to the mid-point hourly rate. Salary will be determined based on education and experience at the time of offer.

NATURE OF WORK

Under general supervision, performs library work of moderate difficulty in one of the divisions of a branch library and acts as lead worker for some library staff. This position has department specific responsibility. Hours may vary (Monday – Saturday) depending on the needs of the Library District.

Experience and Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent; and sixty semester hours of college course work; OR Library Technical Assistant (LTA) Certificate and two years working in a library; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience; must possess or have the ability to obtain a fingerprint Clearance Card. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred in some Library branches; requires successful completion of a background check; must possess and maintain valid Arizona driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Knowledge of: Yuma County and Department policies and procedures and functions; techniques of library operations; Dewey Decimal System; children’s services as practiced in public libraries; books and authors; principles and practices of supervision.

Skill in: Assigning and reviewing work performance of others; using office machines, and automated systems; business English, spelling and arithmetic; providing effective customer-oriented service; handling irate patrons and tense situations; communicating verbally and in writing; following written instructions; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public, training.

Ability to: Effectively respond to phone calls, emails and complaints in a timely manner; plan, prioritizes, manages and responds to multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment; read, write, research, synthesizes data and detailed reports; use modern office equipment and computers; assigning and leading the work of others; communicate effectively verbally and written; lift up to 5 – 25 lbs; perform the essential functions of the job specifications with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity; generally the job requires 60% sitting, 20% walking and 20% standing; working at a computer monitor for extended periods required; the job is performed under minimal temperature variations and in a generally hazard free environment and may have risk of exposure to communicable diseases.

EOE/AA/ADAAA/M/F/V/D DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

Medical Coverage Category

The YCEBT is a self-funded medical plan administered by BlueCross BlueShield of Arizona (BCBSAZ). The employee is able to select from two (2) medical plan options with six (6) tiers that will best suit the employee's needs, dependents or families.

Plan Option 1: Preferred Provider Option A (PPO) or PPO A 1100 deductible. Employees who participate in the "Wellness Incentive" will receive a $30 monthly premium reduction by completing a preventative visit.

Plan Option 2: High Deductible High Plan - Health Savings Account (HDHP-HSA) with a 1700 deductible. Employees who participate in the “Wellness Incentive” will receive a $30 monthly premium reduction by completing a preventative visit.

Employer contributes a total of $800.04 to employees Health Savings Account. If employees select Employee only and participate in the “Wellness Incentive” employees can receive up to 360.00 contribution to a Limited Purpose FSA card to be used for medical or dental purposes.

International Medical Solutions (IMS): IMS is available to employees who are enrolled in YCEBT Medical PPO Plan A and HDHP. Members enrolled in the PPO plan can pay as little as $5 copay for doctor visits & prescription drug services, with no maximum cap. High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) pay toward their deductible until is met. After the deductible is satisfied, the plan will pay 80% of the services covered, and the member will be responsible for the remaining 20% coinsurance.

This position may be retirement eligible, if you have any questions contact Recruitment division at 928-373-1013 or visit https://www.yumacountyaz.gov/government/human-resources/benefits/retirement for more information.

Employment Relationship Questions

01 Do you have any relatives employed by Yuma County, AZ?

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• No

02 If yes, give name of employee(s). If no, write NA.

03 If yes, give relationship of employee(s). If no, write NA.

04 If yes, give position title and department of employee(s). If no, write NA.

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