What are the responsibilities and job description for the LIBRARY ASSOCIATE I position at City of Rapid City?
About us:
Rapid City Public Library is committed to the mission of connecting the community to education, information, and inspiration. We seek to accomplish this goal by providing accessible and equitable resources for all. Our orientation and training process will ensure that you are equipped to be successful in your role.
About our Job:
A Library Associate works directly with the public on a daily basis providing customer service and assisting with information needs.
Your Role:
- Acts as a point of contact for patrons at library service points.
- Learns, utilizes, promotes, and troubleshoots existing and emerging technologies and library services.
- Teaches the use of technology and library services, and assists with hands-on learning.
- Analyzes patron inquiries to provide information and/or materials; assists in the use of the catalog, and other information resources.
- Acts as a readers’ advisor which includes creating and maintaining displays and writing reviews of library materials.
- Under direct supervision, develops and maintains collections in assigned areas.
- Maintains a welcoming and well-kept public space.
- Uses integrated library system to effectively manage library materials
- Performs acquisitions, processing and cataloging utilizing library databases and software. Performs interlibrary loan activity.
About you:
- To perform this job, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty successfully. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- High level of customer service and communication skills
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work collaboratively as well as independently on assigned projects
- Ability to deal with conflict in an effective manner Ability to exercise judgment with regard to library policies and procedures
We understand your time is valuable, so we encourage you to apply if you possess the following minimum requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college.
- Ability to meet the physical demands as listed in the job description
- Must possess a valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one within 30 days from date of hire.