What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Assistant II [Part-time] - Indian River/Public Services- Adult Services position at City of Chesapeake?
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position
Library Assistant II [Part-time] - Indian River/Public Services- Adult Services
Job Type
Part Time
Posting Type
Public
Number of Vacancies
1
Department
CHES LIBRARY SYSTEM
Division
LIBRARIES ADMIN
Requisition Number
2025024
Number of hours worked per week
25 hours per week
Work Schedule
Work Schedule Varies: including day, evening, weekend hours, and occasional after-hours programming
Work Site Location
Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement
O - Occasional
Pay Grade
GE02
Pay Basis
Weekly
Advertised Salary
$16.74 minimum starting hourly rate
Job Description
The Chesapeake Public Library (CPL) is seeking an outgoing, enthusiastic and detail-oriented part-time Library Assistant II, who has a passion for public service, exemplary customer service and organizational skills to perform library/clerical work at any public service desk (Circulation, Adult Services, or Youth and Family Services (YFS)) but primarily in Circulation and Adult Services in a busy area library.
The Library Assistant II will:
Provide complex paraprofessional services at the public services desk using printed and electronic sources to assist with public computers, public access catalogs, copiers, faxes, A/V equipment, eReaders, smartphones, and locating library materials.
Provide reader’s advisory, and job help assistance; promotes services and programs using approved social media websites. Participates in library committees as a participant in the Library’s adult services team. Monitors computer usage and maintains patron accounts via automated time, money, and circulation management systems.
Perform other related duties as assigned and assist at all service points as needed.
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The Library Assistant II will:
Provide complex paraprofessional services at the public services desk using printed and electronic sources to assist with public computers, public access catalogs, copiers, faxes, A/V equipment, eReaders, smartphones, and locating library materials.
Provide reader’s advisory, and job help assistance; promotes services and programs using approved social media websites. Participates in library committees as a participant in the Library’s adult services team. Monitors computer usage and maintains patron accounts via automated time, money, and circulation management systems.
Perform other related duties as assigned and assist at all service points as needed.
#LibraryAssistant
Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Requires one year of college in liberal arts or library science or any equivalent combination of education and customer service experience.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this position requires a minimum of six months related, full-time equivalent library or customer service experience. Six months’ public library experience preferred.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards depending on department.
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 one year of college in liberal arts or library science or any equivalent combination of education and customer service experience.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this position requires a minimum of six months related, full-time equivalent library or customer service experience. Six months’ public library experience preferred.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards depending on department.
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.
- Experience working with computers is highly desirable.
- Comfortable with learning and demonstrating usage of computers, Internet, library catalog, eReaders, eBoooks, research databases, e-mail, photocopiers, scanners, smartphones, and fax machines.
- Familiarity with cash register and transactional customer service.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
01/10/2025
Job Close Date
01/21/2025
Open Continuous
Special Instructions to Applicants
The selected candidate may be transferred to another library or department, if and when a need arises.
An acceptable criminal history and Child Protective Services (CPS) reports are required.
An acceptable criminal history and Child Protective Services (CPS) reports are required.
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
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Sitting
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Walking
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Lifting
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 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
Continuously- 2/3 or more 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
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Vision
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Talking
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Foot Controls
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
Automated Material Handling (AMH) equipment, 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 restrains in City 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
D = Daily
Fire Hazards
N = Never
Explosives
N = Never
Communicable Diseases
D = Daily
Physical Danger or Abuse
N = Never
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
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