Library - Associate III - Adult Services

King William County Library System; Simi Valley, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Training & Development

Job summary

King William County Library System seeks a Library Associate 3 - Adult Services Assistant to lead programming and provide top-tier service at the circulation desk. This senior role may supervise junior staff and coordinates adult-focused programs.

The position involves routine desk operations, staff coordination, program planning, and materials processing. Strong customer service, privacy awareness, and scheduling flexibility are required.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Three years library experience preferred.
• One-year supervisory experience preferred.
• Proficiency with library systems and databases.
• Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal.
• Multilingual speaking a plus.
• MS Office suite including Excel, Word and PowerPoint desired.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work a schedule with days/evenings/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service to patrons at the circulation desk and in library areas.
• Serve as building manager, supervising circulation staff and coordinating facility needs.
• Plan, implement and promote programming for all ages with focus on adults.
• Assist with processing new materials and weeding as directed.
• Enforce library rules and patron privacy policies.
• Assist with opening/closing procedures and reference desk support.
• Manage Community Room rentals and track reservations.
• Assist with displays and promotional materials.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Multilingual (plus)

MS Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Library systems

Databases

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Library Associate 3 - Adult Services Assistant role is the senior role in the Library Associate job family and may supervise Junior Library Associates. The primary responsibility is programming and at the circulation desk, providing excellent customer service. A portion of the Library Associate 3 job may also be to plan and facilitate library programs and/or volunteer coordination.

Hours worked per week: 40

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily.

• Provide exceptional customer service to patrons by greeting visitors, conducting library tours, and assisting patrons with all areas of the library.
• Regularly serve as building manager, overseeing circulation staff, submitting incident reports, and coordinating facility requests and operational needs as necessary.
• Collaborate closely with Librarians and library management to plan, implement, and promote programming for all age groups, with a particular focus on adult services.
• Assist with processing newly acquired library materials, including Zip Books, as well as weeding materials as directed by the Adult Librarian.
• Inform patrons of library rules of conduct as necessary and enforce policies appropriately.
• Assist with daily library opening and closing procedures.
• Support the reference desk and AskUs email service by assisting patrons with research, informational, and general library inquiries.
• Manage Community Room rentals and maintain accurate records related to reservations.
• Assist with setting up displays monthly or biweekly.
• Know and understand the American Library Association’s Library Bill of Rights, Freedom to Read Statement and Freedom to View Statement, recognizing that freedom of access is a fundamental tenet of a public library. In addition to these freedoms, support client discretion of materials available at your local library(ies).
• Follow all legal and policy requirements related to patron privacy and custodianship of patron records.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS

An individual should possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed and meet the amount of education, training and/or work experience required.

• H.S. Diploma or GED required, Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Three years library experience preferred
• One-year supervisory experience preferred
• Proficiency with library systems and databases
• Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal
• Multilingual speaking is a plus
• A high degree of proficiency in MS Office suite including Excel, Word and PowerPoint is desired
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work a regular schedule that may include a combination of days, evenings and weekends

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to frequently move from place to place within the location; file and retrieve books and other items on high shelves.
• Lift/push up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 35 pounds. of heavy boxes, books, and equipment; work in confined spaces; walk; bend; stoop; reach; and climb.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources

EEO STATEMENT

The company and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate the population of differences and does not discriminate in its hiring/hiring practices, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nothing in this job specification restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.

Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.