LIBRARY ASSOCIATE IV (Research)

Performs professional supervisory work, providing administrative assistance to the Main Library Assistant Manager; oversees the work of three Library Associate II staff members. Work involves planning, assigning, and reviewing the work of subordinate staff on a team that plans, creates, presents, and hosts public events, activities, hands-on and lecture technology training classes, and one-on-one assistance. Manages and assists with room reservations; helps the public with equipment, software databases, internet access, and streaming/downloadable media. Provides support with a team of Library Associates to assist the librarian staff and develop system-wide technology training for CreationStations and technology-based maker-spaces with the Technology Training Coordinator. Works at the Research service desk; helps the public locating, retrieving, and using library materials and resources

The PBC Library System seeks to recruit a diverse staff to serve the needs of our diverse community and members.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree; minimum of six (6) months of experience working in a library.

Equivalencies

• Associate's Degree OR minimum of two (2) years of college-level coursework (must specify 60-semester/90-quarter hours) AND two and a half (2 ½) years of related experience
• Graduation from high school or an equivalent recognized certification AND four and a half (4 ½) years of related experience.
  
  

PREFERENCE FOR EXPERIENCE: Using Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative products, Apple video and sound editing software; conducting computer training for the public. Also desirable: Knowledge of computer software for Windows and Macintosh OS; bi/trilingual (English/Spanish/Creole).

Ability to lift 50 pounds preferred.