What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Assistant I : Seasonal - Central Library - Public Service - Circulation SE position at City of Chesapeake?
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position
Library Assistant I : Seasonal - Central Library - Public Service - Circulation SE
Job Type
Seasonal/Substitute
Posting Type
Public
Number of Vacancies
1
Department
CHES LIBRARY SYSTEM
Division
LIBRARIES ADMIN
Requisition Number
2025005
Number of hours worked per week
0 to 24 per week
Work Schedule
SCHEDULE VARIES: To be determined
Includes day, evening, weekend hours, and occasional after-hours programming
Based on operational requirements
Includes day, evening, weekend hours, and occasional after-hours programming
Based on operational requirements
Work Site Location
298 Cedar Road, Chesapeake, VA 23322
Position Driving Requirement
O - Occasional
Pay Grade
GE01
Pay Basis
Weekly
Advertised Salary
$16.19 per hour – minimum starting salary rate
Job Description
The Library Assistant I SE position requires exemplary customer service skills and a commitment to outstanding service.
The Chesapeake Public Library (CPL) is seeking individuals with a heart for the community who share our mission to build bridges to discovery through professionalism, collaboration, curiosity, communication, and solution-focused service to join our team as a Library Assistant I SE.
CPL prides itself on exemplifying the City of Chesapeake CARES (Courtesy, Attentiveness, Responsiveness, Empowerment, Stewardship) standards to our internal and external customers. The ideal candidate for a library position is someone with a commitment to service who possesses a growth mindset and is looking for a career focused on service to others.
Responsibilities of the Library Assistant I include:
Other duties as assigned may include: Ability to work at any public service desk (Circulation, Adult Services, or Youth and Family Services); register new users; handle room reservations; handle various forms of tender and cash registers; point of sale machines; reconciling money; and process fees, fines, sales, and donations.
The Chesapeake Public Library (CPL) is seeking individuals with a heart for the community who share our mission to build bridges to discovery through professionalism, collaboration, curiosity, communication, and solution-focused service to join our team as a Library Assistant I SE.
CPL prides itself on exemplifying the City of Chesapeake CARES (Courtesy, Attentiveness, Responsiveness, Empowerment, Stewardship) standards to our internal and external customers. The ideal candidate for a library position is someone with a commitment to service who possesses a growth mindset and is looking for a career focused on service to others.
Responsibilities of the Library Assistant I include:
- Ability to use library and computer software to perform account maintenance; check in/out library material; assist with maintaining various reports and/or records; troubleshoot computers; and copy, transcribe, enter and post data or information. Ability to renew, request, receive and inspect library materials; shelving; and sorting. Ability to assist with online resources; tablets and mobile devices; reader’s advisory; and use of other library materials and equipment. Ability to operate, perform weekly maintenance, and troubleshoot Automated Material Handling (AMH) equipment. Excellent time management and multi-tasking skills.
Other duties as assigned may include: Ability to work at any public service desk (Circulation, Adult Services, or Youth and Family Services); register new users; handle room reservations; handle various forms of tender and cash registers; point of sale machines; reconciling money; and process fees, fines, sales, and donations.
Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Requires instruction that is sufficient for satisfactory job performance.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of three months of related, full-time equivalent experience in public libraries or customer service-related industry or volunteerism equivalent to 6 months’ part-time work experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFITCATIONS:
Requires a valid driver’s license and driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or city-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Requires instruction that is sufficient for satisfactory job performance.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of three months of related, full-time equivalent experience in public libraries or customer service-related industry or volunteerism equivalent to 6 months’ part-time work experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFITCATIONS:
Requires a valid driver’s license and driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or city-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with automated circulation systems highly desired. Public library related experience desired and some knowledge of reconciling money.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
01/21/2025
Job Close Date
02/02/2025
Open Continuous
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must be 16 years of age or older.
An acceptable criminal history and Child Protective Services (CPS) reports are required for adults 18 years of age and older.
An in-basket exercise may be administered to the candidates selected for an interview.
The selected candidate may be transferred to work at another area library, if and when a need arises.
An acceptable criminal history and Child Protective Services (CPS) reports are required for adults 18 years of age and older.
An in-basket exercise may be administered to the candidates selected for an interview.
The selected candidate may be transferred to work at another area library, if and when a need arises.
ADA Checklist
Overall Physical Strength Demands
Overall Physical Strength Demands
H=Heavy - Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs constantly.
Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Sitting
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Walking
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Lifting
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Lifting Amount
Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs
Carrying
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Carrying Weight
Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs
Pushing/Pulling
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Pushing/Pulling Weight
Exerting 50 - 100 lbs
Reaching
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Handling
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Fine Dexterity
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Kneeling
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Crouching
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Crawling
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Bending
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Twisting
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Climbing
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Balancing
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Vision
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Talking
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Foot Controls
N = Never
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
Automated Material Handling (AMH) equipment, SMART kiosk (Library Payment Center), ITC Release Printing, copier, scanner, computer, self-checkout stations, cash register, debit/credit card machine, telephone, fax machine, mobile devices (eReaders, tablets), LendIt kiosk, HoldIt locker, Pay Station Elite, Mobile Edition Vehicles and related equipment/mechanics, calculator, barcode reader, stepstools, variety of library materials.
Protective Equipment Required
Seat belt restraints in vehicles.
Health and Safety
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Mechanical Hazards
D = Daily
Chemical Hazards
D = Daily
Electrical Hazards
N = Never
Fire Hazards
N = Never
Explosives
N = Never
Communicable Diseases
D = Daily
Physical Danger or Abuse
D = Daily
Other
If Other, Description
Environmental Factors
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Dirt and Dust
D = Daily
Extreme Temperatures
S = Seasonally
Noise and Vibration
D = Daily
Fumes and Odors
W = Several Times Per Week
Wetness/Humidity
S = Seasonally
Darkness or Poor Lighting
N = Never
Primary Work Location
Office Environment
Non-Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Emergency Situations
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Frequent Change of Tasks
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Noisy/Distracting Environment
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Other
If Other, Description
Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
No
Professional References
Professional References
Please provide contact information for professional references.
Minimum Requests
0
Maximum Requests
4
Salary : $16
