King William County Library System is hiring: Library - Associate III in Florida
King William County Library System, Florida, NY, United States
Description
Sumter Library System is looking for a Library Associate 3 to join their team!
The Library Associate 3 role is the senior role in the Library Associate job family. The primary responsibility is programming and at the circulation desk, providing excellent customer service.
Hours worked per week: 40
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
An individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily.
Provides customer service to patrons by greeting, providing tours and assisting patrons in all areas of the library
Work closely with Librarians and library management to plan, implement and promote programming activities
Processes newly acquired library materials, including all identifying stamps, labels, RIDF and covers
Inform library patrons of rules of conduct as necessary, and enforce those rules when appropriate
Maintain circulation records and oversee the mailing of library materials to patrons in homebound or other programs
Process damaged materials to ensure collections are maintained in a good condition
Assist with library opening and closing procedures
Support reference desk in assisting patrons with questions
Coordinate volunteers and assign duties, providing necessary training
Know and understand the American Library Association’s Library Bill of Rights, Freedom to Read Statement and Freedom to View Statement, recognizing that freedom of access is a fundamental tenet of a public library. In addition to these freedoms, support client discretion of materials available at your local library(ies)
Follow all legal and policy requirements related to patron privacy and custodianship of patron records
Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements
An individual should possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed and meet the amount of education, training and/or work experience required.
H.S. Diploma or GED required, Bachelor’s degree preferred
Three years library experience preferred
One-year supervisory experience preferred
Proficiency with library systems and databases
Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal
Multilingual speaking is a plus
A high degree of proficiency in MS Office suite including Excel, Word and PowerPoint is desired
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to work a regular schedule that may include a combination of days, evenings and weekends
Physical Requirements
Must be able to frequently move from place to place within the location; file and retrieve books and other items on high shelves.
Lift/push up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 35 pounds. of heavy boxes, books, and equipment; work in confined spaces; walk; bend; stoop; reach; and climb.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Tuition Assistance
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Wellness Resources
Pay Rate: $15/hr
Full time/40 hours a week
EEO Statement
The company and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate the population of differences and does not discriminate in its hiring/hiring practices, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Sumter Library System is looking for a Library Associate 3 to join their team!
The Library Associate 3 role is the senior role in the Library Associate job family. The primary responsibility is programming and at the circulation desk, providing excellent customer service.
Hours worked per week: 40
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
An individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily.
Provides customer service to patrons by greeting, providing tours and assisting patrons in all areas of the library
Work closely with Librarians and library management to plan, implement and promote programming activities
Processes newly acquired library materials, including all identifying stamps, labels, RIDF and covers
Inform library patrons of rules of conduct as necessary, and enforce those rules when appropriate
Maintain circulation records and oversee the mailing of library materials to patrons in homebound or other programs
Process damaged materials to ensure collections are maintained in a good condition
Assist with library opening and closing procedures
Support reference desk in assisting patrons with questions
Coordinate volunteers and assign duties, providing necessary training
Know and understand the American Library Association’s Library Bill of Rights, Freedom to Read Statement and Freedom to View Statement, recognizing that freedom of access is a fundamental tenet of a public library. In addition to these freedoms, support client discretion of materials available at your local library(ies)
Follow all legal and policy requirements related to patron privacy and custodianship of patron records
Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements
An individual should possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed and meet the amount of education, training and/or work experience required.
H.S. Diploma or GED required, Bachelor’s degree preferred
Three years library experience preferred
One-year supervisory experience preferred
Proficiency with library systems and databases
Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal
Multilingual speaking is a plus
A high degree of proficiency in MS Office suite including Excel, Word and PowerPoint is desired
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to work a regular schedule that may include a combination of days, evenings and weekends
Physical Requirements
Must be able to frequently move from place to place within the location; file and retrieve books and other items on high shelves.
Lift/push up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 35 pounds. of heavy boxes, books, and equipment; work in confined spaces; walk; bend; stoop; reach; and climb.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Tuition Assistance
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Wellness Resources
Pay Rate: $15/hr
Full time/40 hours a week
EEO Statement
The company and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate the population of differences and does not discriminate in its hiring/hiring practices, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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