Job Description
General Description Provides paraprofessional library assistance to customers utilizing standard library practices. Essential Job Functions
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Essential functions are fundamental job duties. They do not include marginal tasks which are also performed but are incidental to the primary functions. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position, nor does every position allocated to the class necessarily perform every duty listed. Personal characteristics required of all employees such as honesty, industry, sobriety and the ability to get along with others, are presumed qualities and may not be listed specifically. Provides a full range of library public access services. Assists customers in person or on the telephone; provides general information regarding library services and activities to customers. Provides circulation services including checking out materials, checking in materials and registering new borrowers. Assists library customers in use of library services such as locating materials, use of library finding tools and the use of public computers, to include office software programs and internet searching. Facilitates receiving, checking in and shelving library materials and transfer of materials among libraries. Processes item requests received for holds. Maintains library collections according to library procedures. Creates displays for library. Maintains records required by library administration. Ensures that the library is clean and tidy including spot cleaning windows, doors, flooring, and other areas as needed. Assists with program facilitation for various audiences. May assist with library programs or events. May work at a Santa Rosa County library other than the assigned location. Interacts with the public in an effective and courteous manner. Must demonstrate commitment to our mission, vision, values and goals and represent the County in a professional, dignified manner at all times both in actions and appearance. May have a role in the County's disaster preparation and/or disaster recovery efforts, as designated in the County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan; may be required to work before, during and/or after an emergency. Must be able to meet minimum attendance standards. Performs related duties as required. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL, VISUAL AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS
The physical requirements are that of light work and include exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. May require long periods of standing; walking over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces; recurring bending, crouching stooping, stretching, reaching or similar activities. Requires repetitive motion of the wrists, hands and/or fingers. Requires fingering to include picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling. Requires grasping by applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm. Required to operate a motor vehicle to visit other libraries. Requires close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures. Transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes. Requires the expression or exchange of ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly. Requires perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and to make the discriminations in sound. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The working environment involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions and is nearly absent of potentially disagreeable elements, such as irate customers, outdoor weather conditions, excessive noise, extreme temperatures, odors, dust, etc. The employee is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work). REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of business English, spelling, arithmetic and standard library practices. Required to operate a personal computer, copier, printer, fax machine and other library technology. Required to understand and follow oral and written instruction; establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public. Minimum & Preferred Qualifications A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent; supplemented by one (1) year of experience working in a public library or in person customer support services; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must be computer literate. LICENSURE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
Requires a valid driver license at the date of hire and maintain said license while employed in this position. Supplemental Information Applicants must have at least the minimum educational documentation and/or certifications (requested within the job description) uploaded with their application to be eligible for consideration. Documentation may be uploaded at the time of application, scanned and emailed, faxed, or hand-delivered. NOTE:
The information given on your application will be evaluated against the minimum qualifications of the job description. After all applications are evaluated, your name will be placed on the employment list and sent to appropriate hiring authority for consideration. The online application and complete job descriptions can be viewed at www.santarosa.fl.gov Complete job descriptions may also be obtained at the Human Resources office located at 6495 Caroline Street, Suite H Milton, FL 32570. Candidates may be asked to demonstrate knowledge and skills related to the position during the interview process. A Drug Free Workplace/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
/Veteran's Preference will be given in accordance with Florida Statutes.
