What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Circulation Library Assistant - Summer position at The City of Cedar Park?
The City of Cedar Park
ABOUT CEDAR PARK
As the third largest city in the Austin metropolitan area, Cedar Park is an integral part of the rapid growth and burgeoning prosperity of Central Texas and Williamson County. Cedar Park is widely known for its excellent schools and a pro-business environment. We are consistently named by multiple outlets one of the top places in the U.S. to raise a family – due to our abundance of amenities, relaxed lifestyle, and our commitment to community and effective government. Just 17 miles from downtown Austin and on the edge of the Texas Hill Country, Cedar Park offers the best of both worlds: the energy of an innovative and booming metropolis, yet the best of small community life with parks, nature trails, and comfortable neighborhoods. It all adds up to a great place for families and businesses to call home.
Library Mission
Our mission is to empower everyone to learn, create, and have fun.
Library MottoThe Library of Yes!
Library Goals- Be distinctly Cedar Park - The Library's services and spaces are uniquely built to support the needs, priorities, and interests of the Cedar Park community.
- Be indispensable - The Library is an essential and relevant service to Cedar Park, responding proactively as the community continues to grow and adapt.
- Be awesome - The Library excels in the quality of the services provided to each library customer, as well as the efficiency and fiscal responsibility of the Library's operations.
The Position
JOB SUMMARY
The Library Assistant provides essential support to ensure the efficient daily operations of the library. This role involves assisting patrons with locating and checking out materials, maintaining the organization and cleanliness of library collections, and helping users with basic technology needs, such as computer access and printing.
- Answers on-site, informational and directional type questions in person and on the telephone;
- Assists patrons in circulation related services, such as interlibrary loan requests, reserve books, filling out library applications;
- Assesses and collects fines for lost or damaged material;
- Examines materials for damage, does minor repairs, and cleans items;
- Assists in sorting and shelving library materials when needed; including in the Children's section;
- Assists patrons of all ages with logging onto computers; utilizing online resources; and operating Microsoft Word, Power Point, and Excel;
- Assists patrons of all ages in navigating library online catalog;
- Answers basic reference questions regarding the library's resources, including resources for children;
- Assists patrons of all ages with technology support including access to computers; use of online resources; use of computer software; and use of photocopier, scanner and fax machine;
- Attends meetings and training sessions;
- Performs security, light cleaning, and straightening tasks necessary to open and close the Library facility;
- Performs a variety of other office management functions;
Acceptable Experience, Training, Certifications and Licenses
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:
High School Diploma, or its equivalent, plus six (6) months of experience working or volunteering in a public or school Library;
OR any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge: Library operations and the Dewey Decimal System.
Skill/Ability: Deliver quality customer service; accurately process materials and enter data into computer; process and repair books; pay great attention to detail; understand and follow instructions; demonstrate proficiency in both oral and written communication; operate standard office equipment, including fax machines, photocopiers and computers using standard word processing and data inquiry software; perform simple mathematical calculations; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, organizations, schools, and the general public.
Supplemental Information
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to: Circulation Supervisor
Directs: This is a non-supervisory position
Other: Works closely with City departments, co-workers, general public, and representatives of various organizations and agencies.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Cedar Park is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. As an EEO employer, the City will conduct its staffing activities, selection, promotion, demotion, transfer, training, and separation in accordance with Federal, State, and Local EEO laws and regulations as they affect the City. The City of Cedar Park will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, veteran status, or disability.
Part Time employees who are regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week will participate in Social Security.
Part Time employees who are regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week will participate in the Texas Municipal Retirement System and will receive pro-rated accrued leave including Holiday, Sick, and Vacation. For more information view our benefits page .
