LIBRARY ASSOCIATE I - PT

City of Irvine; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Evening shifts

Weekend shifts

Job summary

The City of Irvine is seeking a Part-time Library Associate I to support a new locally operated public library system. Under supervision, you will perform clerical, technical, and customer service tasks, assisting patrons with services and technology, and handling lending transactions.

This position requires availability for evenings, mornings, and weekends, a high school diploma with some clerical experience, and a California driver's license. The pay range is $26.25 to $38.87 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with some clerical and/or customer service experience.
• Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certification within three months of employment.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assist library customers with the use of library services and technology; perform lending services functions, such as checking in/out materials, and registering new patron accounts.
• Handle money for fees or other purposes.
• Assist with interpreting library policies and procedures for customers; maintain confidentiality of customer records.
• Respond to customers regarding general and routine directional inquiries and refer customers to appropriate resources and staff.
• Assist with collection maintenance as directed.
• As directed, assist with the supervision of facility rentals and enforce rules applicable to that reservation.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

First Aid/ CPR certification within 3 months

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Do you have the desire to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant and diverse community? Join a collaborative workforce committed to serving the City of Irvine. Pay Range: $26.25 - $38.87 Hourly

About the Opportunity

The City of Irvine seeks collaborative and innovative individuals to take a key customer service role in the development of Irvine’s new, locally operated, and world-class public library system. The Part-time Library Associate I, under direct supervision, performs a variety of library clerical, technical, and customer service tasks. If you are experienced in assisting library customers in the use of library services and technology, and are excited about the prospect of joining an organization that values people and community, the Part-time Library Associate I could be an excellent opportunity for you! Please note that this position will require evening, morning, and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist library customers in the use of library services and technology; perform lending services functions, such as checking in/out materials, and registering new patron accounts.
• Handle money for fees or other purposes.
• Assist with interpreting library policies and procedures for customers; maintain confidentiality of customer records.
• Respond to customers regarding general and routine directional inquiries and refer customers to appropriate resources and staff.
• Assist with collection maintenance as directed.
• As directed, assist with the supervision of facility rentals and enforce rules applicable to that reservation.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with some clerical and/or customer service experience, or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license.
• Ability to possess or obtain a First Aid and CPR certification within three months of employment is required.

Best Fit

• Ability to provide excellent customer service by meeting the public with courtesy and sensitivity.
• Ability to apply City Library policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, to a diverse audience.
• Ability to understand library-specific clerical tasks.

The Team

The Mission of the Employees of the City of Irvine is to create and maintain a community where people can live, work, and play in an environment that is safe, vibrant, and aesthetically pleasing. We are one team that exists to serve our community in the continual pursuit of a City that offers an exceptional quality of life. The City of Irvine’s five values of Humility, Innovation, Empathy, Passion, and Integrity reflect the interests and needs of the community, and the level of service they expect and desire. We are One Irvine by embracing a team-oriented approach and living our values every day.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage you to inform Human Resources at least two business days prior to the first phase of the selection process if you have a disability that may require an accommodation.

E-Verify

The City of Irvine participates in E-Verify. In compliance with federal law, all employees must provide verification of identity and employment authorization at the time of hire. For additional information, please review the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices.

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