Library Assistant I - Indian River Library-Public Service-Circulation-
Full Time
Chesapeake, VA 23322
Posted
Job description
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position
Library Assistant I - Indian River Library-Public Service-Circulation-
Job Type
Part Time
Posting Type
Public
Number of Vacancies
1
Department
CHES LIBRARY SYSTEM
Division
LIBRARIES ADMIN
Requisition Number
2023155P
Number of hours worked per week
20 hours per week
Work Schedule
Schedule Varies: Monday – Sunday
Including: day, evening, weekend hours, and occasional after-hours programming
Including: day, evening, weekend hours, and occasional after-hours programming
Work Site Location
2320 Old Greenbrier Road; 23325
Position Driving Requirement
O - Occasional
Pay Basis
Weekly
Advertised Salary
$15.00 Minimum starting hourly rate
[May be higher – depending on qualifications and experience]
[May be higher – depending on qualifications and experience]
Job Description
The Chesapeake Public Library (
CPL
) is seeking an outgoing, enthusiastic and detail-orientated part-time Library Assistant I, who has a passion for public service, exemplary customer service and organizational skills to perform library/clerical work at any public service desk (Circulation, Adult Services, or Youth and Family Services) in a busy area library.
Responsibilities Include:
The weekly schedule is varied and includes day, evening and weekend hours. May also include after-hours programming.
Responsibilities Include:
- Ability to use library and computer software to perform account maintenance; register new users; check in/out library material and rooms; assist with maintaining various reports and/or records; troubleshoot computers; and copy, transcribe, enter and post data or information.
- Ability to handle various forms of tender and cash registers; point of sale machines; some knowledge of reconciling money; and process fees, fines, sales, and donations.
- Ability to renew, request, receive, inspect, sort and shelve library materials.
- Ability to assist with online resources; tablets and mobile devices; reader’s advisory; and use of other library materials and equipment.
The weekly schedule is varied and includes day, evening and weekend hours. May also include after-hours programming.
Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL
/
EDUCATIONAL
REQUIREMENT
:
Requires instruction that is sufficient for satisfactory job performance.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT :
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this position requires a minimum of three months of related, full-time equivalent experience in public libraries or customer service-related industry or volunteerism equivalent to 6 months’ part-time work experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES :
Depending on departmental operational requirements, may require valid driver’s license and driving record in compliance with the City Driving Standards .
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or city-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Requires instruction that is sufficient for satisfactory job performance.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT :
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this position requires a minimum of three months of related, full-time equivalent experience in public libraries or customer service-related industry or volunteerism equivalent to 6 months’ part-time work experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES :
Depending on departmental operational requirements, may require valid driver’s license and driving record in compliance with the City Driving Standards .
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or city-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Preferred Qualifications
Public library related experience desired. Experience handling various forms of tender and cash registers.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
04/05/2023
Job Close Date
04/20/2023
Open Continuous
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must be 16 years of age or older.
The selected candidate may be transferred to another area library location if and when a need arises.
An acceptable criminal history and Child Protective Services (CPS) reports are required.
An in-basket exercise will be administered to candidates that are selected for an interview.
The weekly schedule is varied and includes day, evening and weekend hours. Schedule may also include after-hours special programming
The selected candidate may be transferred to another area library location if and when a need arises.
An acceptable criminal history and Child Protective Services (CPS) reports are required.
An in-basket exercise will be administered to candidates that are selected for an interview.
The weekly schedule is varied and includes day, evening and weekend hours. Schedule may also include after-hours special programming
ADA Checklist
Overall Physical Strength Demands
Overall Physical Strength Demands
H=Heavy - Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs constantly.
Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Sitting
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Walking
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Lifting
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Lifting Amount
Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs
Carrying
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Carrying Weight
Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs
Pushing/Pulling
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Pushing/Pulling Weight
Exerting 50 - 100 lbs
Reaching
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Handling
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Fine Dexterity
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Kneeling
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Crouching
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Crawling
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Bending
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Twisting
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Climbing
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Balancing
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Vision
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Talking
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Foot Controls
N = Never
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
Automated Material Handling (AMH) equipment, SMART kiosk (Library Payment Center), copier, computer, self-checkout stations, cash register, debit/credit card machine, telephone, fax machine, mobile devices (eReaders, tablets), LendIt kiosk, HoldIt locker, Pay Station Elite, Mobile Edition Vehicles and related equipment/ mechanics, calculator, barcode reader, stepstools, variety of library materials.
Protective Equipment Required
Seat belt restrains in vehicles.
Health and Safety
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Mechanical Hazards
D = Daily
Chemical Hazards
D = Daily
Electrical Hazards
N = Never
Fire Hazards
N = Never
Explosives
N = Never
Communicable Diseases
D = Daily
Physical Danger or Abuse
D = Daily
Other
If Other, Description
Environmental Factors
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Dirt and Dust
D = Daily
Extreme Temperatures
S = Seasonally
Noise and Vibration
D = Daily
Fumes and Odors
W = Several Times Per Week
Wetness/Humidity
S = Seasonally
Darkness or Poor Lighting
N = Never
Primary Work Location
Office Environment
Non-Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Emergency Situations
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Frequent Change of Tasks
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Noisy/Distracting Environment
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Other
If Other, Description
Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
No
Professional References
Professional References
Please provide contact information for professional references.
Minimum Requests
2
Maximum Requests
4
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