County of Volusia is hiring: Library Assistant - Circulation Section - Edgewater

Overview

The County of Volusia is seeking a Library Assistant for the Circulation Section at Edgewater Public Library. This position spends at least 50% of time in direct service to library users, assisting at the checkout desk, teaching library users how to use the self-checkout station, assisting with checking in materials, processing incoming new materials, managing patron reservations, as well as collection management in the stacks. May assist with displays and programs as needed.

Responsibilities

• Performs paraprofessional library work for public desk service or for cataloging, classifying, and indexing library materials.
• Assists with patron accounts, instructing and directing patrons to the use and location of specific materials, answering basic library questions or referring appropriately.
• Uses the integrated library system, online databases, the Internet, electronic catalog and may assist with maintenance of library equipment, software, and/or hardware.
• Assists with training staff and/or volunteers in specialized areas under the direction of a Library Associate, Library Specialist or Librarian.
• Assists librarians in the operation of Children’s, Circulation, Computer/AV, Reference, or Technical Services sections.
• Provides front-line, telephone, and/or electronic service to citizens and visitors.
• Performs library functions such as registering new patrons, charging/discharging library items, resolving patron accounting matters, material retrieval, inventory control, collection of fines/fees, etc.
• Performs branch or system-wide processing functions or data entry for Reference, Children’s Services, Computer/AV, the Library Support Center, etc.
• Performs other library-related functions such as opening or closing an assigned section, shelving materials, shelf reading (keeping items in order on the shelves), searching for reserved or overdue materials, etc.
• Under the direction of a librarian, assists with the preparation and implementation of various adult, teen, or children’s programs.
• Assists with daily and/or weekly money deposits.
• Attends workshops or meetings as required.
• Performs related work as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED, and two (2) years of customer service experience, or experience as a Library Assistant or equivalent position. A comparable amount of education and training may be substituted for the minimum experience.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license at time of hire and obtain a valid Florida driver’s license within 30 days of hire and maintain thereafter.
• Must be able to work nights and weekends.
• Must complete a pre-employment skills test.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of library techniques including shelving, sorting, alphabetization, and the Dewey Decimal system.
• Knowledge of computer applications as applied to library services.
• Knowledge of money counting procedures and ability to count and make change.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and establish effective relationships with staff, volunteers, and the public.
• Knowledge of library procedures and practices; knowledge of reader interests and public library objectives.
• Ability to communicate concisely, both orally and in writing; ability to teach library techniques.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and maintain accurate records.

ADA Requirements

Physical Demands: Medium, repetitive work. Lift/carry 25+ pounds; stand for long periods. Mental Demands: reading, speaking, basic math. Environmental Demands: inside work.

EEO Statement

Volusia County is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Veterans' preference in accordance with federal, state, local laws.

Benefits

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account)
• Retirement (Florida Retirement System, Deferred Retirement Option Program, Deferred Compensation)
• Supplemental Insurance (Life, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Cancer, Critical Illness)
• Paid Time Off (Personal Leave, Holidays, Bereavement, Military)
• Holidays observed
• Additional Benefits (Tuition Reimbursement, Onsite Wellness Center, Computer Purchase Program, Direct Deposit)