JOB
First Application Review: August 16, 2024Interested applicants are encouraged to apply early.This recruitment is for an hourly/temporary (at-will), non-benefited position limited to 999 hours of employment in a fiscal year (July 1 through June 30) with an average of 10-20 hours per work week. The work schedule will vary Monday through Sunday, depending on the department's daily staffing needs.Our Library staff change lives every day! From helping readers find the next best book to teaching a class/workshop to sharing library resources with people of all ages. No two days are the same at the Harrison Memorial Library. Join our dynamic team and be part of creating a community of readers and learners.The City of Carmel-by-the-Sea is looking for a Library Assistant who: Loves working with and helping people of all agesHas a strong commitment to excellent customer serviceEnjoys a fast-paced, creative and energetic work environmentIs a great listener, has strong communication and interpersonal skillsIs tech savvy Loves sharing the joy of reading Enjoys working as part of a teamAs a Library Assistant you will provide general assistance to patrons, and perform a variety of clerical duties, including check out books and library materials; update patron accounts; issue library cards; perform searches for books and materials; sort and unpack books; organize, shelf and file books, periodicals and other materials; receive, process and route library materials.Ideal CandidateOne year of experience working with the public, preferably in a library settingHigh school diploma or equivalentAbility to communicate clearly, tactfully and effectively with the public, especially when communicating policies and proceduresSelf-motivated, detail-oriented with strong customer service skillsSelf-assured with the ability to exercise a high degree of common sense and sound judgmentAbility to work independently while following established procedures.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this career opportunity, you must submit a complete online application at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/carmelca/. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a complete online application. Incomplete applications will be rejected. Applications will be screened in relation to the criteria in this job announcement. Applicants with the most relevant qualification will be invited to interview.Potential candidates from outside California (Monterey County region) are strongly encouraged to research the cost of housing and overall cost of living in the area before applying. The City of Carmel-by-the-Sea is an equal employment opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals to submit an application for this opportunity. The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.