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

Yuma County; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Yuma County Library District is seeking a lead library staff member to perform library work of moderate difficulty in a branch library. Under general supervision, you will assist with circulation, reference, programs, and user training, including computer and media equipment.

The role may require varying hours (Monday–Saturday) and may involve fingerprint clearance, background checks, and a valid Arizona driver’s license.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED or equivalent combination
• Sixty college hours or LTA certificate with 2 years library experience
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred in some branches; background clearance and driving license may be required

Responsibilities

• Assist with supervision and training of staff and volunteers
• Provide services at public service desk and handle circulation including fines and cards
• Instruct patrons on use of computer and media resources; assist with reference and research
• Plan and implement library programs; develop virtual programming such as story time and STEAM activities
• Maintain collections, shelving, and displays; prepare reports and data extracts

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Sixty semester hours of college coursework

Library Technical Assistant (LTA) Certificate

Job description

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.

(Illustrative Only) Assists with the supervision, trains, and coordinates the functions of the assigned staff and volunteers; provides training, instruction, and Sirsi procedures; drafts periodicals procedures; provides services at the public service desk; receives, processes and shelves materials; instructs patrons in the use of computer and media equipment and resources; provides assistance with reference and research services; plans, develops, and implement programs, provides computer classes, and book discussion groups; creates and maintains seasonal displays; collects, tracks and prepares reports or extracts from the computer or data; responsible in checking materials in and out, handles fees and fines, issues library cards, and shelves books and materials; assists patrons with their needs; responds to complaints; organizes and conducts library programs and activities; may promote public library services to the local community; develops, conducts and records virtual programming (i.e. story time, crafts, robotics, STEAM programming and emerging technology.) may be assigned to work in other library branches and divisions; maintains automated and manual files; regular and reliable attendance is required; performs other duties as assigned.

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 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 effective 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