Materials Assistant

Materials Assistant High Plains Library District

• 4.0 Greeley, CO Job Details Part-time $17.91
• $24.

23 an hour 22 hours ago Benefits AD&D insurance Disability insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Shelving (library and archives technical processing) Computer literacy

Driver's License Full Job Description Materials Assistant Pay Grade :

37

Compensation/Benefits:

$17.91

• $24.

23/hr; Part-time benefits

FLSA Classification :

Non-Exempt Hours:

20 hrs/wk Part-time; Some days, evenings, and weekends

Location:

Administration Offices, Centennial Park Library, Farr Regional Library, LINC Library Innovation Center Department:

Collection Resources Supervisor:

Collection Resources Manager Supervises:

None Deadline for

Application:

June 05, 2026

Role:

Removes library materials from shelves and catalog, prepares the item for discard, and inventories materials.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

40%

• WEEDING AND REDISTRIBUTION

• Removes items from library shelves based on weeding list or by performing conditional weeding; places weeded items onto weeding cart and/or routes to librarian or Supervisor for review. Redistributes duplicate materials to other libraries to help with the overflow of the floating collection. (Essential) 25%

• INVENTORY

• Scans items with the Digital Library Assistant (DLA) device, downloads data into DLA software, and forwards to the District Materials Supervisor in order to keep accurate records of the book inventory; searches for missing or problem items. (Essential) 15%

• REPORT WRITING

• Using Creates Lists program (report writer) in ILS, exports data to a spreadsheet, creates pivot tables, and uses formulas to identify items that may need to be weeded or redistributed to other locations. Routes items to appropriate Library or Supervisor. (Essential) 15%

• PROCESSING

• Applies labels and RFID tags; processes weeded items in preparation for data removal from ILS; sorts weeded items for the recycle bins, processes weeded items for shipment to reseller, or sends to Collection Resources via courier. (Essential) 5%

• OTHER DUTIES

• Creates and updates training materials using Word and video software, and assists Bibliographic Services as needed to ensure the smooth operation of the department.

(Non-Essential)

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

High School Diploma or GED Experience:

Skill in arranging materials in numerical and alphabetical order Skill in intermediate computer operation (preferred) Valid Driver's License and good driving record Reasonable form of transportation. Or any combination of education and experience which provides the success factors.

District Success Factors:

Focuses on the customer Initiative Contributes to a positive work environment Strategic thinking Pursues personal development Continuous improvement Takes pride in the workplace Emotionally intelligent Tactful Knowledge of public library operations

Creativity Job Success Factors:

Ability to meet set quotas Knowledge of public library services Skill in customer relations including dealing with difficult patrons and volatile situations Skill in Windows, Word, Internet Explorer, Excel, & Outlook Skill in using video creation software Skill in ILS Skill in report writing Able to work independently Able to operate various office equipment including copiers Able to create pivot tables in spreadsheets Able to commute to various branches and locations

Physical Success Factors:

Able to manipulate and handle library materials Able to remove materials at various heights Able to push a fully loaded book-cart weighing up to 200 lbs Able to lift 50 lbs.

Benefits :

Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Tuition Reimbursement Paid Leave This Job Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising this position.