City of Norfolk, VA is hiring: Library Assistant II in Norfolk

Overview

The City of Norfolk's Department of Libraries is seeking a part-time Library Assistant II for its Van Wyck Branch. This position assists with the daily operations of the library. Performs administrative duties including typing, filing, ordering supplies, and assisting with events. Provides customer service to patrons by providing information, promoting general usage of facilities, and operating all library equipment.

The Norfolk Public Library offers equal opportunity access to information, high quality book and multimedia materials, programs, exhibits, online resources, and technology to meet the needs of our diverse community for life-long learning, cultural enrichment, and intellectual stimulation. To fulfill its mission, the Library employs a knowledgeable, well-trained staff committed to excellent service and civility.

Essential Functions include but are not limited to:

• Performs circulation activities by checking materials in and out, reserving material requests, registering new patrons, coordinating interlibrary loans, and collecting fees.
• Provides customer service by assisting with computers and equipment, searching databases for information and resources, and recommending reading materials.
• Performs administrative duties by preparing statistical reports, ordering supplies, opening mail, distributing library materials, replacing damaged materials, and preparing lost book forms.
• Assists with events by setting up displays and researching and presenting information about authors.
• Assists with the receiving and ordering of new library materials using the online system, entering and checking received orders, and assisting with the creation of selection lists and purchase orders.

Qualifications

• Six months to one year of advanced study or training in a vocational, administrative, or technical field (beyond high school). Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of the study or training.
• One year of experience in library or related customer service work.
• Valid Driver's license or Commercial Driver's license may be required depending on assignment.

Working hours

20 hours per week; evenings and weekends.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Part-time

Job function

Other

Industries

Government Administration

The City of Norfolk is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.