LIBRARY ASSISTANT IV - OAHU

State of Hawaiʻi; Hawaii; On-site; USD 37,196 - 47,106; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program

Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities

Job summary

A state government agency in Hawaii seeks candidates for a library support position. The role involves performing complex library support work and requires legal authorization to work, one year of clerical experience, and at least one year of specialized library experience. The salary ranges from $3,333 to $4,221 per month. Applicants should be prepared for potential shift work, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
• Experience in clerical work showcasing communication and arithmetic skills.
• One year of related experience in library support activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex library support work independently.
• Supervise and participate in library tasks.
• Provide non-professional support for library operations.

Skills

Knowledge of library terminology

Proficient in clerical tasks

Ability to work in a team

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Recruitment Information

Recruitment Number 25-0321

University of Hawaii

The immediate vacancies are as follows:

• Windward Community College

Hawaii State Public Library System

• Technical Services Support Section (Salt Lake)
• Hawaii State Library in Downtown

Salary

$3,333 to $4,221 per month (SR-9, Step C to I).

Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors.

Shift Work

Some positions require working rotating shifts, including evenings and weekends.

A continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the State of Hawaii's Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page of our website.

Duties Summary

Independently performs complex library support work; supervises and participates in performing moderately complex library support work; provides all non‑professional support for a library; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements:

• Legal Authorization To Work: The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
• General Experience: One (1) year of clerical work experience which demonstrated knowledge of spelling and arithmetic; the ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions, and compare words and numbers quickly and accurately. This experience must also demonstrate knowledge of and ability to perform various clerical procedures, operate various kinds of office equipment, and deal with others in a tactful and polite manner, or must have been at least comparable to the Library Assistant II level. The Library Assistant II performs simple and repetitive clerical or manual library routines in accordance with established procedures and performs other related duties as assigned.
• Specialized Experience: One (1) year of progressively responsible experience in a library which involved performing various library support activities (e.g., circulation work, stack maintenance, processing orders for library materials, posting receipt of periodicals and other materials, locating and verifying bibliographic information using standard sources, etc.) and which demonstrated knowledge of and required the application of library terminology, practices, policies and procedures and understanding of the nature and organization of library materials.
• At least one year of the required Specialized Experience must have been comparable to the Library Assistant III state level. The Library Assistant III performs moderately complex clerical and related library support work and performs other related duties as assigned.
• Substitutions Allowed: Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements, will apply.

The information provided above represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements. To view the Requirements in their entirety, please CLICK HERE.

Other Information

The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre‑employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-587-1111 for assistance.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM

The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please click: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.

Electronic Notification to Applicants

The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs. Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your e‑mail box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings.

Testing Information

The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held.

In‑person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in‑person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of the application.

CLICK HERE for further information about Equal Employment Opportunity, the Merit Civil Service System, Citizenship and other requirements, Reasonable Accommodation, Veterans Preference, Examination Requirements, and the State Recruiting Office's Levels of Review.