Library Assistant

Library Assistant

St. John the Baptist Parish Library

Salary Range ($30,763.20-31,387.20) Annually

Opening Date: 12/20/2022

Closing Date: 1/11/2023

Please note application deliverables at end of advertisement.

The St. John the Baptist Parish Public Library in Louisiana seeks a Library Assistant for one of our libraries in LaPlace, Reserve, Garyville or Edgard. This position will be part of a future focused Library System based on a Community Led Services Philosophy. The position provides front-line service to the public and must be prepared for the variety of demands and personalities encountered.

The Library Assistant performs a wide range of clerical duties and contributes to the efficient daily operations of the library, working any hours that the library is open, including evenings and weekends.

The preferred candidate will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills. This is a full-time, 40 hour per week position with benefits. Work hours require one evening a week and alternating weekends.

Examples of Duties:

A position may not include all the work examples given, nor does the list include all that may be assigned.

Provide customer service to patrons in person, by telephone and email. This includes registering borrowers and maintaining patron records accurately.

Ability to explain library policies and services to all patrons.

Assist customers with using copiers/ scanners / and fax machines.

Assist customers with computers (library catalog, internet, word processing and MS Office suite)

Collect money for fines and fees as required.

Prepare the building and equipment for opening and closing.

Accurately sort and shelve books and other materials using the alphabet and Dewey Decimal System.

Contribute to program and event planning and presentation incluidng craft / art projects.

Follows the policies and procedures of the library system.

Assists with system-wide decision making by serving on committees and participating in strategic initiatives.

Participates in opportunities for professional development.

Participates in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for library users and fellow staff members.

All other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications:

• Computer skills utilizing the internet, word processing, data entry and other software
• Respectful and kind attitute when working a diverse public
• Creativity in designing displays and exhibits
• Comfortable using technical devices such as cell phones, tablets and laptops
• Ability to work collegially with library employees, community and vendors.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of multi-step procedures.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Ability to handle confidential/ sensitive information with discretion, tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Interest in planning and preparing library programs for various ages.

Supervision

Reports to the Branch Supervisor.

Ideal candidate will excel in the following five (5) Core Professional Attributes that contribute to the success of the St. John Parish Public Library.

Accountability – Making a commitment to the organization, meeting obligations, adhering to policy and accepting responsibility, demonstrating personal integrity, earning trust, modeling ethical behavior, and understanding perceptions of behavior.

Communication – Expressing ideas, listening for understanding, giving feedback, and facilitating open communication.

Customer Service – Meeting customer expectations, providing proactive service, resolving customer concerns, managing customer expectations, and following up to ensure satisfaction.

Initiative – Identifying what needs to be done, taking action, adding value and participating in change.

Teamwork – Contributing to the team, working cooperatively toward shared goals, resolving conflict, building team capability and celebrating success.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent plus at least one year of college or post secondary education. Possess clerical skills including keyboarding skills. Ability to understand the basic routines of library operations. Ability to lift 30 pounds.

Supplemental Information:

Physical Activities

N = Never; R = Rarely (Less than 25%); O = Often (25% - 75%); A = Always (More than 75%)

StandingO SittingO WalkingO BendingR StoopingR KneelingR CrawlingR

ClimbingR TypingO Grasping R TalkingA HearingA Repetitive motions of hands/wristsO

HandingO Repetitive motions of feet O Reaching O

Average number of pounds through a normal day that are pushed, pulled, etc. and the distance over which the weight is moved:

Activity

Average Number of Pounds

Distance Weight is Moved

Pushing 50-200 ft

Pulling 30-200 ft

Lifting 30-200 ft

Carrying 30-200 ft

Examples of physical activities required in this position:

Standing, kneeling and bending while shelving, pushing and pulling book trucks, standing while assisting customers, using stepstools to reach bulletin boards and higher shelves. Speaking on the telephone. Sitting at workstation and typing on computer. Walking through library

Possible Hazards (chemicals, dangerous machinery, etc.)

None known.

Interested applicants, please submit cover letter, resume, and application found at the following https://stjohnlib.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/St.-John-Library-Employment-Application.pdf to Amy Riche’, Assistant Library Director This advertisement closes January 11, 2023 at 5pm.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Women/Minorities/Veterans/Disabilities

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.79 - $15.09 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: One location