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Library Assistant
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Consolidated Municipality of Carson City
Carson City, NV (In Person)
$61,837 Salary, Full-Time
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Library Assistant Consolidated Municipality of Carson City Carson City, NV Job Details Full-time $51,530.96 - $72,143.24 a year 2 days ago Benefits Retirement plan Qualifications Volunteer support Visitor query response Records maintenance Library collection arrangement Staff supervision Shelving (library and archives technical processing) Team supervision Labeling Interlibrary loan services Answering guest questions Phone call screening Volunteer training Answering reference questions Financial record maintenance User support Typing Processing materials (library and archives technical processing) Collection management Library circulation services Entry level Full Job Description JOB This is a full-time, FLSA non-exempt position with the Carson City Library. Under general supervision, provides technical support work, including circulation, reference, computer lab, cataloging, patron assistance, and book processing.
Individuals may choose between the following Nevada PERS Retirement plans:
Performs complex technical and/or specialized library support work, which requires the exercise of independent judgment, the application of technical skills and a knowledge of detailed or specialized activities related to the library function(s) to which assigned.
Answers patron questions and instructs patrons in the use of specialized library computerized systems.
Shelving and general upkeep of library materials and facilities.
Locates materials for patrons, retrieves reserve books, renews and checks books in and out and receives and records monies.
Calculates and records fines and payments; types and mails overdue notices and bills.
Processes books by labeling, stamping and affixing covers, pockets and cards; routes processed materials to appropriate destination.
Interacts extensively, both in person and over the telephone, with patrons, district-wide staff and management, outside agencies, vendors, and other libraries.
Orders additions to the collection following established guidelines; uses various computer systems to enter, edit and retrieve information; assigns call numbers to books and ensures appropriate documentation utilizing computerized systems.
Receives and processes interlibrary loan requests and records all transactions.
Receives and processes reserve requests; maintains reserve materials.
Maintains accurate records and files.
Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing/participating as a member of a work team.
Acts as receptionist and receives and screens visitors and telephone calls and directs the caller to the proper person or personally handles the call; provides information which requires the use of judgment and interpretation of policies and rules.
May oversee and train volunteers and part-time staff others in work procedures.
Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with the public and City staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
Any City employee may be required to stay at or return to work during emergencies to perform duties specific to this classification or to perform other duties as requested in an assigned response position. This may require working a non-traditional work schedule or working outside normal assigned duties during the incident and/or emergency.
Employees may be required to complete Incident Command System training as a condition of continuing employment.
New employees are required to submit to a fingerprint based background investigation and a drug screen which will be a cost to the employee. Employment is contingent upon passing the background and the drug screen.
Carson City participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment with Carson City must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made. For additional information regarding acceptable documents for this purpose, please contact Human Resources at 775.887.2103 or go to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services web page at www.uscis.gov .Carson City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Individuals may choose between the following Nevada PERS Retirement plans:
Employer-Paid PERS:
$20.5362 - $28.7506 hourly / $42,715.40 - $59,801.30 annuallyEmployee/Employer-Paid PERS:
$24.7745 - $34.6843 hourly / $51,530.96 - $72,143.24 annually To learn more about the Nevada Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), click here. This position is covered by the Carson City Employees Association. The current collective bargaining agreement outlines the generous benefits offered to Carson City employees: click here. •This recruitment will remain open until recruitment needs are satisfied. Individuals are encouraged to apply immediately, as hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. •Human Resources determines whether or not you meet the minimum qualifications for the job based on your experience as you describe it on your application. Do not substitute a resume for your application, or write "See Attached Resume" on your application. We do not review resumes, unless specifically stated on the job announcement. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education and Work Experience" section of the application. Applicants not meeting these requirements will not be considered for employment.EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.Performs complex technical and/or specialized library support work, which requires the exercise of independent judgment, the application of technical skills and a knowledge of detailed or specialized activities related to the library function(s) to which assigned.
Answers patron questions and instructs patrons in the use of specialized library computerized systems.
Shelving and general upkeep of library materials and facilities.
Locates materials for patrons, retrieves reserve books, renews and checks books in and out and receives and records monies.
Calculates and records fines and payments; types and mails overdue notices and bills.
Processes books by labeling, stamping and affixing covers, pockets and cards; routes processed materials to appropriate destination.
Interacts extensively, both in person and over the telephone, with patrons, district-wide staff and management, outside agencies, vendors, and other libraries.
Orders additions to the collection following established guidelines; uses various computer systems to enter, edit and retrieve information; assigns call numbers to books and ensures appropriate documentation utilizing computerized systems.
Receives and processes interlibrary loan requests and records all transactions.
Receives and processes reserve requests; maintains reserve materials.
Maintains accurate records and files.
Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing/participating as a member of a work team.
Acts as receptionist and receives and screens visitors and telephone calls and directs the caller to the proper person or personally handles the call; provides information which requires the use of judgment and interpretation of policies and rules.
May oversee and train volunteers and part-time staff others in work procedures.
Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with the public and City staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
All new employees will serve a probationary period of twelve (12) months. Such employees are not subject to the collective bargaining agreement and may be laid off or discharged during this period for any reason.Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
Any City employee may be required to stay at or return to work during emergencies to perform duties specific to this classification or to perform other duties as requested in an assigned response position. This may require working a non-traditional work schedule or working outside normal assigned duties during the incident and/or emergency.
Employees may be required to complete Incident Command System training as a condition of continuing employment.
New employees are required to submit to a fingerprint based background investigation and a drug screen which will be a cost to the employee. Employment is contingent upon passing the background and the drug screen.
Carson City participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment with Carson City must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made. For additional information regarding acceptable documents for this purpose, please contact Human Resources at 775.887.2103 or go to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services web page at www.uscis.gov .Carson City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.