City of Prescott
Library Assistant - Youth Services (PT Temp)
City of Prescott - Prescott, Arizona, us, 86304
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ANNOUNCEMENT OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Librarian - Youth Services
Part-time Temporary
Resume & Cover Letter Required
Hiring Rate:
$19.50 per hour
FLSA Status:
Non-exempt, eligible for overtime
Not eligible for all benefits, will accrue paid sick time
Deadline to Apply:
06/19/2025 Work Schedule:
One (1) - 19 hour per week position. Must be willing to work evenings and weekends.
Essential Duties:
Provides professional front-line reference, computer and readers' advisory assistance to youth, parents, caregivers and teachers; assists with and presents programs for youth; performs library tasks for which procedures are well established and under the supervision of the Lead Librarian Youth Services.
Helps with book shelving and collection maintenance.
This individual may be cross trained to provide reference, readers' advisory and computer assistance as needed for all patrons at the Ask a Librarian Desk on the 2nd floor.
Qualifications:
Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor's degree required or Master of Library Science Degree from an ALA accredited library school preferred. Experience in a library setting and experience with children preferred.
Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:
Ability to work enthusiastically with children and families.
Strong service orientation and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Familiarity with literature for youth, from infants to teens.
Knowledge of library services, systems and procedures.
Ability to establish relationships with the public and provide effective customer service in a professional manner.
Knowledge of sources and materials in both print and electronic format and searching methods and procedures.
Ability to use computers, computer networks and online resources.
Experience helping novice computer users utilize common applications.
Experience assisting users with mobile devices.
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with other employees.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Physical Demands And Working Conditions:
Most work is performed in a library environment, and some in community settings
Must be able to lift, carry, and/or push materials including full book carts, book bins, and lifting tubs weighing up to 50 pounds
Must be able to perform physically demanding duties involving repetitive standing, walking, reaching, bending, and stretching for long periods of time. Operate a variety of standard office equipment including a computer, laptop and/or tablet PC, telephone, e-reader, calculator, cash register, bar code reader, copy and fax machines requiring continuous and repetitive arm, hand and eye movement
Successful candidate will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include:
Drug screening
Motor vehicle records check
Criminal background screening
City of Prescott Contact Information
201 N. Montezuma Street., Suite 207
Prescott, AZ 86301
Email: hr@prescott-az.gov
Website: www.prescott-az.gov
Phone: 928-777-1410 / Fax: 928-832-1222
In accordance with A.R.S. 23 - 493, this position has been identified as "Safety Sensitive". The City of Prescott is an Equal Employment Opportunities/Americans Disabilities Act reasonable accommodation employer.
Librarian - Youth Services
Part-time Temporary
Resume & Cover Letter Required
Hiring Rate:
$19.50 per hour
FLSA Status:
Non-exempt, eligible for overtime
Not eligible for all benefits, will accrue paid sick time
Deadline to Apply:
06/19/2025 Work Schedule:
One (1) - 19 hour per week position. Must be willing to work evenings and weekends.
Essential Duties:
Provides professional front-line reference, computer and readers' advisory assistance to youth, parents, caregivers and teachers; assists with and presents programs for youth; performs library tasks for which procedures are well established and under the supervision of the Lead Librarian Youth Services.
Helps with book shelving and collection maintenance.
This individual may be cross trained to provide reference, readers' advisory and computer assistance as needed for all patrons at the Ask a Librarian Desk on the 2nd floor.
Qualifications:
Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor's degree required or Master of Library Science Degree from an ALA accredited library school preferred. Experience in a library setting and experience with children preferred.
Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:
Ability to work enthusiastically with children and families.
Strong service orientation and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Familiarity with literature for youth, from infants to teens.
Knowledge of library services, systems and procedures.
Ability to establish relationships with the public and provide effective customer service in a professional manner.
Knowledge of sources and materials in both print and electronic format and searching methods and procedures.
Ability to use computers, computer networks and online resources.
Experience helping novice computer users utilize common applications.
Experience assisting users with mobile devices.
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with other employees.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Physical Demands And Working Conditions:
Most work is performed in a library environment, and some in community settings
Must be able to lift, carry, and/or push materials including full book carts, book bins, and lifting tubs weighing up to 50 pounds
Must be able to perform physically demanding duties involving repetitive standing, walking, reaching, bending, and stretching for long periods of time. Operate a variety of standard office equipment including a computer, laptop and/or tablet PC, telephone, e-reader, calculator, cash register, bar code reader, copy and fax machines requiring continuous and repetitive arm, hand and eye movement
Successful candidate will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include:
Drug screening
Motor vehicle records check
Criminal background screening
City of Prescott Contact Information
201 N. Montezuma Street., Suite 207
Prescott, AZ 86301
Email: hr@prescott-az.gov
Website: www.prescott-az.gov
Phone: 928-777-1410 / Fax: 928-832-1222
In accordance with A.R.S. 23 - 493, this position has been identified as "Safety Sensitive". The City of Prescott is an Equal Employment Opportunities/Americans Disabilities Act reasonable accommodation employer.