Library Assistant I - PT/Seasonal Job at City of Irvine in Irvine

Overview

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Base pay range information is provided by City of Irvine; your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$28.20/hr - $44.37/hr

Description

Do you have the desire to make a meaningful impact by engaging with a vibrant and diverse community through a world class public library system? The City of Irvine seeks multiple collaborative and customer service oriented individuals to take on the role of Part-time Library Assistant I in the development of Irvine\'s new public library system. The Library Assistant will provide a wide variety of paraprofessional and technical library assistance to the public under direct or general supervision. Please note that this position will require occasional evening and weekend shifts.

If you are excited about the prospect of joining an organization that values people and community, the Library Assistant I position could be an excellent opportunity for you! We currently have multiple Part-time vacancies for this position.

Your Impact

• Assist library customers in the use of library services and technology, and provide basic information and research assistance to the public.
• Assist with collection maintenance as directed.
• Assist with implementing general library programming and other library-related activities.
• Assist with interpreting and applying library policies and procedures for customers.
• Participate in community and outreach events as directed.
• Assist with the supervision of facility rentals and enforce rules applicable to that reservation.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

• A bachelor\'s degree from an accredited college or university, or one-year of experience working in a library as a Library Assistant or higher. College level coursework in Library Science or a related field is highly desirable.

Best Fit

• Ability to provide excellent customer service by meeting the public with courtesy and sensitivity.
• Ability to apply City Library policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing to a diverse audience.
• Basic knowledge of library information resources and technology.

The Process

The selection process will include an examination and a background investigation prior to appointment. This recruitment may establish an eligibility list to fill future positions in similar and/or lower classifications within the organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage you to inform Human Resources at least two business days prior to the first phase of the selection process if you have a disability that may require an accommodation.

Your Team

The Mission of the Employees of the City of Irvine is to create and maintain a community where people can live, work, and play in an environment that is safe, vibrant, and aesthetically pleasing. We are one team that exists to serve our community in the continual pursuit of a City that offers an exceptional quality of life. The City of Irvine\'s five values of Humility, Innovation, Empathy, Passion, and Integrity reflect the interests and needs of the community, and the level of service they expect and desire. We are One Irvine through embrace of a team-oriented approach by living our values every day.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Temporary

Job function

• Education and Training

Industries

• Education Administration Programs

We are refining this job description to remove unrelated postings and ensure a concise, focused presentation. This is not a job posting for a closed role.