Library Courier (Part-Time)

City of McKinney; TX R14 WELS (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of McKinney seeks a dedicated individual to provide essential mail and delivery services for its Public Libraries. This role involves driving a library van, assisting with library material displays, and ensuring a positive experience for library patrons. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong communication skills and a commitment to the city's core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence.

Qualifications

• Six months experience driving vehicles and making deliveries.
• Ability to work independently with accuracy and dependability.

Responsibilities

• Provides mail and delivery services for the McKinney Public Libraries.
• Drives the library van to pick up and deliver books, mail, and equipment.

Skills

Communication

Critical Thinking

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

WORKING FOR THE CITY OF MCKINNEY

Working for the City of McKinney is more than a job. It is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. It is also an opportunity to have a hand in the development of one of the fastest growing communities in the nation. In 2014, our community was named "The #1 Best Place to Live in America." Although proud of that honor, everyone on our team is committed to making McKinney an even better place to live, work and raise a family. That's why we exist.

OUR CORE VALUES

City of McKinney employees work hard and at a very fast pace. However, we also look after and support one another. All of us are guided by four employee-inspired values – Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE). We are also supported by servant-based leaders who foster and support a healthy, family-oriented culture. All new employees are expected to embrace and live by our core values and commit to helping us sustain our exceptional work environment as a high performance organization.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Under general supervision, the purpose of the position is to provide mail and delivery services for the McKinney Public Libraries. Assists with planning, implementing and maintaining rotating displays of library material. Performs related work as required.

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

In order for us to continue to achieve our primary function of making McKinney a better place to live, work, and raise a family, we hold these expectations for all employees.

• Learn and demonstrate an understanding of how team, department, and City goals are interconnected.
• Contribute to a positive work culture.
• Ability to assess his/her work performance or the work performance of the team.
• Contribute to the development of others and/or the working unit or overall organization.
• Ability and willingness to work as part of a team, to demonstrate team skills, and to perform a fair share of team responsibilities.
• Ability to continuously learn and develop through a mix of internal and external training opportunities, and if applicable, encourage subordinates to do the same.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Helps create an environment where customers have the best possible library experience.
• Assists with development, improvement and implementation of policies, procedures, workflows, and organizational goals and objectives.
• Assists with planning, implementing and maintaining rotating displays of library material.
• Facilitates and participates as an active member on cross-functional teams.
• Drives the library van to pick up and deliver books, mail and equipment between libraries.
• Empties and sorts book drops.
• Assists with checking in material and transferring items to shelving carts.
• Takes van for service and maintains daily trip record.
• Transports daily cash deposits from libraries to the City.
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND BEHAVIORS

• Ability to embrace and embody the City's core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (R.I.S.E.).
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, subordinates, and people to whom service is provided.
• Ability to build relationships with all library stakeholders.
• Flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to lead in an environment of continuous improvement and change.
• The ability to gather and use evidence and data to inform decisions.
• Ability to work in an environment where leadership is valued and expected at all levels.
• Critical thinking in problem solving and decision making.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment in order to provide input on how to apply policies and procedures to specific situations.
• Ability to work independently with accuracy, consistency, neatness and dependability.
• Knowledge of McKinney streets, thoroughfares and basic vehicle procedures.
• Knowledge of and ability to use alphabetical and numerical filing.
• Effective communication both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED. Six (6) months experience driving vehicles, preferably a van, and making deliveries according to a set schedule.

Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bilingual preferred.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Must pass a drug screen and background check.
• Must have Class C Texas Driver's License
• Must be able to work a combination of morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend shifts.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light to medium weight (10-50 pounds). May also involve the pushing and/or pulling of objects or materials up to two-hundred (200) pounds between. Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station. Some tasks require visual/sound perception/discrimination and oral communications ability.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed as of the date of preparation and approval. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and all requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

The City of McKinney is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) committed to an alcohol / drug free workplace and to providing equal opportunities regardless of age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.