Library Aide

Title: Library Aide

Organization: Library

Department: City Library

Location: City Library Main Branch

Rate of Pay: 13.00

Job Summary

Library Aides are the frontline for library service and require delivery of excellent customer service and strong interpersonal skills. This position performs a variety of library related tasks such as assisting patrons at the public service desk, demonstrates information literacy, processes library materials, assists with computer related tasks and new technologies, interlibrary loan requests and processes, assists librarians with programs and other library duties as assigned. Evenings and weekends are required. May assist at other library locations.

Competencies

Effective Communication
Time Management
Ethical Practice
Problem Solving
Analytical Thinking
Customer Focus

Key Functions/Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of commonly used work routines, rules, procedures, or operations; ability to use specialized equipment.
• Must be able to use Integrated Library System (ILS) to create, evaluate and clear patron records correctly when collecting payments; maintaining confidentiality is essential when inputting and reviewing patron records in ILS.
• Must have knowledge of electronic devices and apps used by library resources.
• Assist patrons with copiers, digital microfilm reader/scanners and other equipment common to library environment.
• Promote and assist with library programs and resources to patrons.
• Sorts and distributes mail, prepares newspapers and serials for public area.
• Performs all tasks related to opening and closing procedures.
• Assists with daily deposit.
• Shelves library materials.
• Maintain a clean and safe library environment.
• Answering incoming phone calls and assisting with patron queries.

Minimum Education & Experience

High school graduate or GED is required.
2 years of customer service experience, library experience, cash handling experience, office experience or some equivalent combination is preferred.

Special Certifications & Licenses

Valid Texas Driver’s License.

Independence & Judgement

Minimal judgment: instructions, once established and defined, normally allow the job to be accomplished without direct and/or constant supervision; mostly routine work requiring that employee recognize obvious problems; situations outside the instructions are referred to the supervisor or lead worker.

Initiative & Ingenuity

Low chance of error because work is routine/repetitive/simple/reviewed carefully; standard procedures: don't have to come up with creative solutions; refers anything unusual to supervisor.

Supervisory & Responsibility

Does not supervise.

Financial Responsibility

Takes money (fines, fees, etc.), gives receipts, does own balancing; no decision making; authorizes payment of accounts payable based on matching invoices; handles petty cash; makes purchases over $200.

Level & Frequency of Outside Contact

Frequent contact with the public or other organizations; interactions may require obtaining cooperation of people; courtesy and tact are required when dealing with moderately difficult or sensitive issues.

Physical Demands

Office job with little or occasional light physical effort. Performs light work that involves walking or standing most of the time and involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis.

Responsibility for Equipment & Property

Responsible for use of equipment/property such as office equipment, supplies, etc., which are used in office.

Working Conditions

Office job, no adverse conditions.

Other Requirements

The City of Brownsville requires all employees to successfully pass a Drug & Alcohol examination and a Background Check.

ADA Requirements

The City of Brownsville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.

Benefits

The City of Brownsville offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support its employees' well-being and future. Employees participate in a robust retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) City to Employee Matching Ratio 2:1, with eligibility for retirement after 5 years of service at age 60 or 20 years of service at any age.

The City provides exceptional health benefits, including medical, dental, and life insurance plans for employees and their families, along with vision coverage for employees enrolled in health insurance through MetLife. Employees and their dependents can also access care at Frontier Clinic at no cost when covered by the City's health plan. Additionally, pet insurance is available as a voluntary benefit.

Employees have access to deferred compensation plans through Equitable and supplemental insurance options from AFLAC and Colonial Life. Full-time employees accrue 10 sick days and 15 vacation days annually.
The City offers parental leave concurrent with FMLA for eligible employees, longevity pay, and 100% tuition assistance up to $5,000 annually. Furthermore, Brownsville observes 14 holidays per year, plus two floating holidays, giving employees a balanced and rewarding work-life experience.
Starting in fiscal year 2025, employees will have access to flexible scheduling options as part of our commitment to work-life balance.

EEOC Statements

The City of Brownsville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.