What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-time Library Assistant position at City of Romulus?
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Romulus Public Library
Part-time Library Assistant I
Reports to: Head of Adult and Support Services
Hours: 25 hours/week
Salary: $14.00/hr.
Benefits: Employee Assistance Program; 457(b) Retirement Account; Voluntary Life & ADD
Job Duties:
Greet and assist patrons of all ages at the Circulation Desk, on the phone, and in person
Handle cash transactions for overdue fines, copying and other fees
Provide computer and other technology assistance
Process incoming and outgoing interlibrary loan items
Assist with One-on-One computer tutoring
Process withdrawn materials
Assist with projects
Assist with shared duties (shelving, covering items, etc.)
Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Associate’s degree or some college course work
Minimum of six months of library experience, preferably in a public services position
Ability to provide superior customer service to library users of all ages
Strong computer skills; experience with Excel, Publisher, Google Docs preferred
Experience with TLC CARL or other library computer software preferred
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to operate standard office equipment such as a copy machine and fax machine
Ability to work cooperatively with library staff in a team environment
Ability to produce neat, accurate and timely work within an established timeframe
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Must be able to lift and push a minimum of 25 pounds
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, policies and procedures, and governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure documents. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, patrons, and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret instructions and procedures.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Eligible for Michigan Public Library Certification
Must be appropriately licensed to operate city-owned vehicles consistent with work assignment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Hours: Days, evenings, and two weekend shifts per month. Some evening and weekend shifts required.
How to Apply / Contact
TO FORMALLY APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, VISIT WWW.ROMULUSGOV.COM AND COMPLETE AN APPLICATION ONLINE. APPLYING THROUGH really IS NOT CONSIDERED APPLYING.
Submit a City of Romulus application and resume on the City’s website: www.romulusgov.com
Hardcopy applications are also available at:
City of Romulus, ATTN: Human Resources Department
11111 Wayne Road
Romulus, MI 48174
APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $14.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 25 per week
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14