Library assistant

Salary : $16.03 Hourly

$16.03 Hourly

Location :

Library - Killeen, TX

Job Type : Full-time

Full-time

Department :

Community Development

Division : Library

Library

Opening Date : 06 / 12 / 2024

06 / 12 / 2024

Closing Date :

6 / 26 / 2024 11 : 59 PM Central

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Non-Exempt

Job Description

GENERAL PURPOSE

Provides basic reference and circulation assistance to patrons (in-person and on the telephone) and to assist with monitoring staff in the assigned Reference or Circulation area.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Employee has no supervisory responsibilities.

Essential Duties

CORE COMPETENCIES :

Oversees the routine daily activities and staff of the assigned Reference or Circulation desk.

Assumes duties of the Library Supervisor (Circulation) in his / her absence, if assigned to Circulation desk.

Performs para-professional library reference work, providing patrons with information and research assistance using all available sources when assigned at the Reference Desk.

Adjusts patron fees and transactions when assigned to Circulation desk.

Maintains periodical collections, including processing new issues, weeding back issues of newspapers, and maintaining select publications.

Reviews professional journals and publishers' catalogs and makes recommendations for purchase of reference and nonfiction materials, if assigned to Reference desk.

Oversee the activities needed to obtain the return of overdue library materials or the payment of overdue fees, as assigned.

Oversee payment(s) for lost and damaged materials, if assigned to Circulation desk.

Keeps the reference and periodical collections in proper order, if assigned to Reference desk.

Assists other library staff in the performance of their duties, as assigned.

May serve on library or city committees, as assigned.

Assures assigned library unit is prepared daily for opening and / or closing.

Assists patrons at public computers terminals by helping them logon and giving them basic instruction in the use of computers and internet search engines., as assigned.

Uses advanced searching skills to locate information in online databases, when assigned to Reference desk.

Shelves and shelf-reads assigned areas of collection.

Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in the Department and City attendance policies and procedures; ensures all behaviors comply with the City's Personnel Rules and Regulations.

Performs other duties as assigned.Required Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

1. Two (2) years of college (60 semester hours); and2. Two (2) years of library experience; or3. Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

1. Skill in operation of standard library tools and equipment.2. Ability to accurately maintain library filing systems.3.

Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.4. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the patrons, employees, supervisors, and the general public.

5. Working knowledge of library classification systems.Supplemental Information

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS1. Must have a valid driver's license by date of hire.2. Must obtain and maintain a Texas Driver's License within 90 days of hire.

3. Must be able to work one evening per week and Saturdays.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USEDPersonal computer, including word processing and spreadsheet software (Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, etc.

integrated library system such as Evergreen; patron time and print management system; automated cash drawers and credit card kiosks;

timekeeping software; telephone; copy machine; fax machine, and other occupation-related business equipment as needed.

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 frequently required to walk, sit, talk, and hear; to use hands or fingers to handle or use objects, tools, or controls;

and to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, or crouch and occasionally required to climb or balance.

The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance 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.

The noise level in the work environment is generally moderate.

At City of Killeen, we are committed to your health and well-being. We are proud to provide you and your family with valuable and significant benefits.

We all work together to make City of Killeen a success, and our teamwork extends to your benefits. Your health and well-being are important to us, so we provide benefit options to make your and your family's lives better.

Together, let's invest in you.

The City of Killeen offers the following Benefits to full time employees : Employee Assistance ProgramWellness BenefitsMedical, Vision DentalHealth Savings Account / Flexible Spending AccountTMRS457 Deferred Retirement AccountShort Term / Long Term DisabilityAccident / Critical Illness / Hospital Indemnity Supplemental BenefitsFor more benefit information, visit

Which best describes your level of education? If you are extended a job offer, you will be required to provide proof of your education before you can begin work.

High School Diploma or GEDSome CollegeAssociate's DegreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's DegreeNone of the above

How much experience do you have working in a Library?

NoneLess than (1) one yearOne (1) YearTwo (2) YearsThree (3) YearsFour (4) YearsMore than four (4) years

This position requires the ability to work shift work, including evening, weekends and holidays as needed. Are you able to meet this requirement?

YesNo

Do you currently posses a valid drivers license?

YesNoNo, but can obtain by Date of HIre

YesNo

Required Question

Last updated : 2024-06-17

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