Library Assistant II - Part-Time

Salary :

20.94 - $25.00 HourlyLocation :

Boca Raton, FLJob Type :

Part-TimeJob Number :

03886Department :

Recreation ServicesDivision :

Library 61 / 21000Opening Date :

02 / 04 / 2025Closing Date :

2 / 18 / 2025 4 : 00 PM EasternFLSA :

Non-ExemptBargaining Unit :

Job DescriptionBe a part of the team that helps make the City of Boca Raton one of the best places to live, work and play! We provide world class services, parks, beaches, and public safety. This can only happen when the best, brightest, and most committed individuals come to work for our City. We encourage like-minded individuals to apply and be part of our team! Come join us #WorkforBocaPOSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE FOLLOWING SECTION AND SCHEDULE : Account Services Must be available to work 20 - 25 hours per week including days, nights and weekends.General Definition of Work : Performs a variety of specialized library work at one of the City's public library facilities. Work is performed under general supervision.Essential Functions

Answers specific research and instructional questions for patrons in person, by telephone, and by mail; oversees and assists in the production of subject or age-level materials including bibliographies.Introduces and instructs children and teens in the use of information retrieval tools, the library's online catalog, and various computer software applications.

Account Services

ction :

Interacts with patrons in order to assist them in using library services / equipment, programs, and facilities, collect / cancel fines or fees as appropriate, answer questions, identify patron service needs or locate materials.Trains staff in the use of a variety of databases, activities, policies / procedures, and office equipment in order to ensure that employees complete assignments correctly and use the equipment properly.Supports staffing of the Check-Out Desk(s) in order to assist patrons in checking materials in or out, placing holds, registering patrons, taking fines and fees, and resolving problems.Processes requests for library materials / information received by phone, fax, email, or in person in order to provide patrons with requested materials / information.Supports circulation technology including the circulation module, scanners and printers.Supports the collection and reporting of circulations and other statistics as assigned.Related Tasks :

Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of :

Library principles, methods, materials, programs, and practices.Skill in :

Use of personal computers, basic software applications, peripheral devices, and the Internet.Ability to :

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other library employees.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with library patrons.Understand, follow and explain a variety of library policies and procedures.Learn / perform a variety of work activities with the assigned Department / Division.Explain / demonstrate procedures for performing a variety of work activities.Express ideas effectively, both orally and in writing.

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications :

Associate's degree from an accredited college or university, or 60 completed course credits from any accredited college or university; andOne (1) year of experience working with the public or supporting public services.Preferred Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree.Minimum of one (1) year work experience working in libraries, bookstores, educational or cultural organizations.Post-offer Background Requirements : The background check process for this position may include :

Criminal Background CheckEmployment Verification

The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity, Inclusive, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.CITY OF BOCA RATON - BENEFITS SUMMARYPart-Time Employees

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS :

To be eligible to receive Paid Leave and to contribute to the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, a part-time employee must have worked at least 1,040 hours in the prior fiscal year

PAID LEAVE :

Employees who work a minimum of 1,040 hours per fiscal year will receive twelve (12) hours of Paid Leave on October 1st. This Paid Leave shall be used no later than September 30th of that fiscal year or it will be forfeited. These hours may not accumulate and may only be granted with the approval of the employee's supervisor. This paid leave has no cash value at separation of employment.

MISSION SQUARE 457 DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN :

Employees who work a minimum of 1,040 hours per fiscal year will be allowed to participate in the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. The City will not provide any matching funds.01

Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

YesNo

What is the highest level of education that you have completed?NOTE : You must attach proof (diploma or degree or transcripts) of highest education completed with your application. Failure to do so may result in your application being marked as incomplete.

Less than High SchoolHigh School Diploma or GEDTrade or Vocational SchoolAssociates Degree or 60 credits of college coursesBachelors DegreeMasters DegreeDoctoral Degree

What area of study is your education?04

Have you attached proof (diploma or degree or unofficial transcripts) of highest education completed with your application?Failure to do so may result in your application being marked as incomplete and removed from consideration.

YesNo

How many years of experience do you have working in a library, bookstore, educational or cultural facility?

I have no previous experience6 months but less than 1 year of experience1 year but less than 2 years of experience2 years but less than 3 years of experience3 years but less than 4 years of experience4 years but less than 5 years of experience5 years or more

Please briefly describe any experience you have in working in a library, bookstore, educational or cultural facility. This experience must be clearly listed on your application work history.NOTE : "See Resume" will not be considered as a valid response. If you have no previous experience, please state "N / A".07

How many years of experience do you have working with the public or supporting public services?

I have no previous experience6 months but less than 1 year of experience1 year but less than 2 years of experience2 years but less than 3 years of experience3 years but less than 4 years of experience4 years but less than 5 years of experience5 years or more

Please briefly describe any experience you have in working with the public or supporting public services.This experience must be clearly listed on your application work history.NOTE : "See Resume" will not be considered as a valid response. If you have no previous experience, please state "N / A"09

Please select which section(s) of the library you are interested in working in. Please select all that apply.

Account ServicesInstructional ServicesYouth ServicesEvents & Outreach

Are you available to work 23-25 hours a week, including days, evenings, weekends, and open holidays?

YesNo

If you replied "No" the above question, what days and hours are you available?12

To be considered for employment with the City of Boca Raton, applicants must provide at least ten (10) years of continuous history. Did you account for the last ten (10) year period including all employment, periods of inactivity, school and / or retirement?

YesNo

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