Library Specialist (Temporary) - Library District (Prescott)

Yavapai County is hiring a Library Specialist for a temporary , part-time role (approximately 25 hours per week). This position will support the development of print resources for the Library District's USA 250 initiative. This is a great opportunity for candidates who have strong research and writing abilities and a passion for history. Performs one-on-one patron education activities for library-specific subject areas at multiple locations. Performs research on assigned activities. Attends meetings and completes reports for programs as required. Fosters community relationships with internal and external partners. Performs activities associated with the processing of library materials. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

A minimum of one (1) year of relevant library experience.

Additional Requirements:

Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license without restrictions.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

Standard library cataloging practices, principles, methods, and technical service processes. Business English, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and composition. Clerical office practices and procedures. Research techniques. Current Microsoft Office software. Filing and recordkeeping.

Skill in:

Creating instructional materials to support hands-on training. Communicating effectively verbally and in writing and communicating orally in a face-to-face setting and by telephone with public and employees. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public. Organization and adherence to detail.

Ability to:

Develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments, representatives of other organizations, County officials, and the public. Keep management informed of key operating issues affecting the department. Remain current in knowledge required to perform assigned duties. Handle confidential matters and maintain discretion always. Act with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.

Work Environment:

The work environment is associated with an office and public library. The work area is adequately lighted, heated or cooled and ventilated.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Sufficient vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech ability to communicate effective in-person and telephonically. Capable of frequent repetitive movement of arms, fingers, and wrists. Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds.

Additional Job Information:

FLSA:

Non-Exempt Grade:

4

Classification:

Classified Safety Sensitive:

No