What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Assistant - Circulation Section - Pierson Public Library position at County of Volusia, FL?
Salary : $1,304.00 Biweekly
Location : Florida 32180, FL
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 25-00216
Department : Community Services
Division : Library Services
Opening Date : 02 / 10 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 24 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern
Major Functions
The County of Volusia is seeking a Library Assistant for the Pierson Public Library. This small branch position will have primary duties working assisting the public at the circulation desk, assisting with checking in returned materials, assisting with processing incoming new materials and reserved materials, as well as assisting library users on public access computers and with the location of materials. This position will also assist the Librarian and the Library Associate with programming.
NOTE - CANDIDATES :
- Must be able to work nights and weekends.
Illustrative Duties
NOTE : These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.)
Minimum Requirements
Graduation from high school or possession of a GED and two (2) years of customer service experience or experience as a Library Assistant or equivalent position.
A comparable amount of education and training may be substituted for the minimum experience.
Must possess a valid driver's license at time of hire. Must obtain a valid Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire and maintain
thereafter.
NOTE - CANDIDATES :
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
ADA REQUIREMENTS
Physical Demands : Medium, repetitive work. Ability to see, hear and listen, talk; detailed finger dexterity (including grasping and small tool manipulation), may require visually acuity for fine print. Visual acuity (depth perception, peripheral vision) necessary to operate a motorized vehicle. Ability to lift and push a minimum of 25 pounds, carry, bend, reach, kneel, crouch, stretch, twist, and climb. Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Mental Demands : Ability to read and comprehend professional and technical manuals, procedures, and journals; memos, policies, safety instructions, etc. Ability to speak clearly and concisely. Ability to relate information, data, and detail verbally and in writing. Ability to perform basic mathematical and monetary functions.
Environmental demands : Inside work.
Volusia County is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Veterans' preference in accordance with federal, state, local laws.
We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes :
HEALTH INSURANCE
RETIREMENT
SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE
PAID TIME OFF
HOLIDAYS
The County of Volusia observes the following holidays annually :
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
Temporary and intermittent employees are not paid for holidays and are not eligible for benefits.
NOTE : Your response to the following supplemental questions must match the information in the work experience section on your application. If your responses do not match, your application will be deemed incomplete and will disqualify you from further consideration.
Do you possess a High School Diploma or GED?
Do you understand that the starting pay for a Library Assistant is $16.30 per hour?
Do you possess a current Florida Driver's License?
If you answered "No" to the previous question, will you be able to obtain a Florida driver's within 30 days of hire and maintain thereafter?
Please select the number of years of customer service experience that you have.
If you indicated years of experience in the previous question, please indicate the following :
1) the number of years,
2) position title
3) brief description of your experience and
4) the name of the agency / organization(s).
If you answered "None", please indicate N / A.
Do you have experience as a Library Assistant or equivalent position?
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please indicate the following :
1) the number of years,
2) position title
3) brief description of your experience and
4) the name of the agency / organization(s).
If you answered "No", please indicate N / A.
Attending library committee meetings, training workshops, outreach, and various meetings at different locations throughout the county as well as outside of Volusia, is a requirement of this position. I understand this requirement and have no issue with attendance and travel requirements.
While in this position, it is sometimes necessary to cover positions at other libraries on short notice. I understand this requirement and I am able to travel to other locations in a timely manner.
Do you have previous library experience?
If you answered "Yes" to the previous questions, please indicate the following :
1) the number of years,
2) position title
3) brief description of your experience and
4) the name of the agency / organization(s).
If you answered "No : ", please indicate N / A.
This position requires working night and weekends as scheduled. I understand, if selected for this position I will work nights and weekends as scheduled.
Can you serve as an interpreter for a language other than English (to include American Sign Language / ASL). If yes, please list each language below. If you answered no, please indicate N / A.
Have you ever worked as a temporary / lease employee for the County of Volusia?
If you answered yes, please indicate when, position title, and department / division. If you answered no please indicate N / A.
Where did you hear about this position?
If you answered "Other" to the previous question, please indicate which specific source.
Required Question
Salary : $16
