What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Shelver (Summer) position at City of Lewisville?
We value the experience and loyalty of our returning employees and recognize their contributions by offering higher pay for each consecutive year they return to the same position. For example, starting pay for new hires is $13.13 per hour. For employees returning for a second year, the hourly rate increases to $13.64, with further incremental increases for additional years up to six. This system rewards dedication and allows returning employees to continue growing with us while benefiting from their prior experience in the role with the City of Lewisville.
Entry: $13.13/hour
Year 2: $13.64
Year 3: $14.14
Year 4: $14.65
Year 5: $15.15
Year 6: $15.66
Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Library Accounts Supervisor, process returned Library materials; sort and shelve materials according to Library standards; process patron holds; perform inventory tasks; assist Library customers as needed; provide excellent customer service.
Distinguishing Characteristics: Under direct supervision, performs entry-level professional duties such as preparing recurring reports and analyzing, interpreting, and summarizing data. Employees at this level initially work under close supervision while performing duties and learning the procedures related to the assigned area of responsibility.
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.- Process and reconcile library materials return bins.
- Sort, shelve and search for library materials using the Dewey Decimal Classification system.
- Monitor the condition of returned materials and route to appropriate location.
- Assist with the inventor of library materials.
- Assist the public with directional inquiries.
- Maintain customer records confidentiality.
- Maintain Library shelves in a neat and orderly fashion.
- Alphabetize and numerically sequence books and library materials.
- Assist and back up other areas as assigned.
- Assist with opening and closing procedures.
- Participate in maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the Library.
- Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Experience: Must be at least 16 years of age. 6 months of Library experience preferred.
Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.
Licenses and Certifications: None.
Conditions of Employment: Must submit to and pass a pre-employment criminal background, pre-employment drug test, physical exam, and job placement assessment tests.
Other Requirements: Must be available to workdays, evenings, and/or weekends as required.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of: Dewey Decimal Classification system, preferred.
Skilled in: Skill in operating a variety of office equipment and software including personal computers, scanners, Microsoft Office, internet, email, and other equipment or software typically used in library services. Skill in communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Attention to detail and accuracy.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions: This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
The City of Lewisville has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities, which may be required. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. The position also requires meeting the essential requirements of the Physical Demands and Working Conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Levels of positions within a class series are distinguished by the level of responsibility assumed, the complexity of duties assigned, the independence of action taken, the nature of the public contact made, and the impact and span of tasks performed.
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The City of Lewisville has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
Salary : $14 - $16
