What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Library Assistant - Book Mobile position at Wake County?
What You'll Be Doing
Part-time Library Assistant, Temporary, Opportunity with the Wake County Bookmobile
The Bookmobile is the preliteracy and awareness vehicle for Wake County Public Libraries. The Bookmobile Library Assistant works on the Bookmobile’s circulation desk, providing excellent customer service to library members while checking books out, issuing library cards, helping members find books, and other functions including oversight of Bookmobile’s circulation on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis. The Library Assistant may support programming under the direction of a Librarian and will have additional responsibilities related to the vehicle’s routine maintenance and upkeep.
What will you do on the Bookmobile?
18 hours a week, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 8:00-1:00, Thursdays and Fridays 9:00-1:00, occasional nights and weekends for special events.
https://www.wake.gov/departments-government/libraries/about-wcpl/jobs-careers-wcpl/library-positions-descriptions
About
About Our Team
Wake County Public Libraries (WCPL), a division of Community Services, has the distinction of being one of the largest and busiest library systems in NC. With 23 libraries and over 400 employees, WCPL offers a popular book collection and innovative programs for the entire community. To be a successful library system, WCPL focuses on developing products people love, operating facilities that are well thought out, and providing experiences that are pleasant. WCPL products include books that people want; access to the Internet and other digital services that are easy to use; and programs that are engaging and educational. WCPL embraces the county core values and strives to be a workplace that is diverse, equitable and inclusive. WCPL is proud of its excellent customer service and award-winning programs. For more information about WCPL programs, services, and positions, please visit: www.wake.gov/libraries
Required
The Basics (Required Education and Experience)
Location: Wake Library Administration Raleigh, NC 27610
Employment Type: Temporary
Work Schedule: 18 hrs. per week, mornings, early afternoons, occasional nights weekends
Hiring Range: 19.64
Market Range: 17.07 - 28.17
Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 6/6/2024
What Makes Wake Great Equal Opportunity Statement Background Check Statement Emergency Service Worker Statement
What Makes Wake Great
Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
Background Check Statement
Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Emergency Service Worker Statement
In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.
Part-time Library Assistant, Temporary, Opportunity with the Wake County Bookmobile
The Bookmobile is the preliteracy and awareness vehicle for Wake County Public Libraries. The Bookmobile Library Assistant works on the Bookmobile’s circulation desk, providing excellent customer service to library members while checking books out, issuing library cards, helping members find books, and other functions including oversight of Bookmobile’s circulation on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis. The Library Assistant may support programming under the direction of a Librarian and will have additional responsibilities related to the vehicle’s routine maintenance and upkeep.
What will you do on the Bookmobile?
- Prepare the truck for travel throughout the day
- Drive the vehicle to and from service locations (valid NC Driver License and clean driving record required)
- Perform basic inspection, upkeep and cleanliness of the vehicle to ensure proper vehicle maintenance
- Promote and highlight programs, events, and services at various WCPL locations
- Oversee operational functions of Bookmobile related to collection management, circulation, and scheduled visits
18 hours a week, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 8:00-1:00, Thursdays and Fridays 9:00-1:00, occasional nights and weekends for special events.
- Temporary employment does not come with benefits or paid leave
https://www.wake.gov/departments-government/libraries/about-wcpl/jobs-careers-wcpl/library-positions-descriptions
About
About Our Team
Wake County Public Libraries (WCPL), a division of Community Services, has the distinction of being one of the largest and busiest library systems in NC. With 23 libraries and over 400 employees, WCPL offers a popular book collection and innovative programs for the entire community. To be a successful library system, WCPL focuses on developing products people love, operating facilities that are well thought out, and providing experiences that are pleasant. WCPL products include books that people want; access to the Internet and other digital services that are easy to use; and programs that are engaging and educational. WCPL embraces the county core values and strives to be a workplace that is diverse, equitable and inclusive. WCPL is proud of its excellent customer service and award-winning programs. For more information about WCPL programs, services, and positions, please visit: www.wake.gov/libraries
Required
The Basics (Required Education and Experience)
- Associate's degree
- No specific experience required
- Equivalent education and experience are accepted
- Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
- Customer Service experience
- Experience working with children, or strong interest and willingness to learn how to program for children
- Spanish bilingual skills
- Experience driving a box truck
- Must possess a North Carolina Driver License with a clean driving record
- Ability to sort and file alphabetically and numerically
- Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer and ability to learn how to use the library’s computer system
- Ability to read regular-sized print
- Must be dependable and punctual
- Must be accurate and pay attention to detail
- Ability to stand, carry, walk, pull, reach, squat and bend for long periods of time
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
- Ability to push movable carts loaded to a maximum of 200 pounds
Location: Wake Library Administration Raleigh, NC 27610
Employment Type: Temporary
Work Schedule: 18 hrs. per week, mornings, early afternoons, occasional nights weekends
Hiring Range: 19.64
Market Range: 17.07 - 28.17
Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 6/6/2024
What Makes Wake Great Equal Opportunity Statement Background Check Statement Emergency Service Worker Statement
What Makes Wake Great
Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
Background Check Statement
Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Emergency Service Worker Statement
In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.
Part Time Library Assistant
Wake County -
Cary, NC
Driver - CDL A Part-Time Raleigh, NC - $35.00
Scholastic Book Fairs -
Raleigh, NC
Part Time Library Assistant - Bookmobile
Wake County -
Raleigh, NC
