LIBRARY ASSISTANT I-CIRCULATION PART-TIME in Mount Dora, Florida at City Of Mount Dora

Job Function:

Assure the smooth, uninterrupted operation of the circulation desk and provide excellent customer service. Assist with class enrollment and electronic device support. Contribute to library operations with a high degree of productivity, accuracy and recordkeeping. Maintain a high degree of friendly and professional customer service. Teach at least one technology class per month.

Essential Duties:

Familiar with Koha system, such as but not limited to, efficiently and accurately check materials in and out, maintain accurate patron records. Register patrons for library cards and maintain records of library patrons.Processes overdue library materials reports, county intra-library holds, cash register and kiosk balancing and daily statistical reports.Teach at least one technology class per month and serve as a back-up instructor for other classes.Shelve library materials and maintain assigned shelves, including straightening, shifting, cleaning, etc.Demonstrate reader’s advisory techniques and interest with patrons.Be proficient with all library materials, including digital and streaming content and the methods of accessing those products.Maintain patron confidentiality in accordance with Florida Statutes.Adept at helping patrons with use of library computers, printers, scanners, faxes and patron access devices, such as tablets, laptops and cellphones. Helps patrons with ready reference questions (simple informational questions).Knowledgeable about all library classes and programs, and proficient at using Lib-Cal, cash register and credit card terminal.Initiative to support other library functions, such as Story Times, teas, children’s programs, classes, mending, processing and hospitality.Performs other related functions as assigned.Available to work nights and weekends.Ability to work special library events outdoors.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to interact with the public in a friendly, helpful and efficient manner.Ability to organize materials.Ability to keep detailed records, with confidentiality.Ability to use an automated circulation and class registration systems.Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing. Bilingual desirable i.e.: Spanish verbally and in writing.Ability to work with all age groups.Ability to learn and use computers and accompanying software with moderate to advanced skill.Ability to assist patrons in computer and printer use, with a variety of patron devices.Ability to use the following equipment: personal computer, printer, photocopier, phone tree software program, fax, scanner, cash register, credit card terminal, cellphone and computer tablet.

Required Qualifications

High school graduate or GED. College degree preferredModerate computer hardware and software literacyAbility to type and use keyboard quickly and accuratelyComplete the required National Incident Management System (NIMS) training within 6 months of completion of probationary period.

Essential Physical Skills:

Acceptable eyesight (with or without corrections)Acceptable hearing (with or without corrections)Ability to lift, push or pull up to 50 pounds.Manual dexterity to operate keyboards, cash registers and materials with speed, efficiency and accuracy.Ability to balance on ladder, library stools, pulling books out of book drop.

Environmental Conditions:

Works inside an office environmentMay require working in outside environment for special eventsThis position requires an average of 28 work hours each weekThe library is open seven days a week. This position requires 28 hours of scheduled work, including possible evening shifts on Tuesdays and Wednesdays until 8:15pm and weekends, including Saturdays from 9:00am to 5:15pm and Sundays from noon to 6:15pm

(Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with existing ADA requirements for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.)

Note: Job Descriptions are only intended to present a descriptive summary of the range of duties and responsibilities associated with specified positions. Therefore, specifications may not include all duties performed by individuals within a classification. In addition, specifications are intended to outline the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the class and do not necessarily convey the qualifications of incumbents within the position.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. E-Verify Works for Everyone For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS.

The City of Mount Dora is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Mount Dora will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Mount Dora is a drug-free, smoke-free, EOE.