What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Assistant I position at Brevard County?
Department:Library Services Department Organizational Unit:Library Services West Melbourne Library
Position Type:Permanent Full Time/Part Time:Full Time
CLOSE DATE: 04/21/2026
$18.05 hourly. Actual salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Central Area/West Melbourne Public Library. Work schedule is variable and includes evenings and weekends. Performs entry-level paraprofessional library work assisting in the Circulation section of the library.
REQUIREMENTS: Successful completion of one (1) year of college coursework at an accredited college or university [30 semester (45 quarter) hours = one (1) year];ORone (1) year of public library or customer service experience. Additional qualifying education and/or experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:When usage statistics change, library employees may be assigned to another library. In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST
(With or without reasonable accommodations)
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES / TRAITS
- The employee must be able to:
- LIFT:20 lbs.
- CARRY:20 lbs.
- PUSH:50 lbs. or more
- PULL:50 lbs. or more
- In an eight hour day, the employee may have to:
- STAND:5 - 8 hours
- WALK:5 - 8 hours
- SIT:None
- DRIVE:None
- The employee must repetitively perform:
- Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver); Fine manipulation (ex. writing, wiring); Pulling; Pushing
- The employee must be able to:
- Bend; Balance; Kneel; Reach; Stoop
- The employee must have:
- Good near vision; Good hearing; Good speech
- Other necessary physical activities/traits
- N/A
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Working conditionsthat will apply to the employee:
- Work inside; In or with dusty conditions; Work alone; Works Closely with Others
- Other working conditions:
- N/A
Brevard County, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Brevard County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, marital status, national origin, political ideas, or disability in employment or in the provision of services.
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