Circulation Assistant I/Shelver

Nature of Work

The City of Everett is accepting applications for the position of CIRCULATION ASSISTANT I/SHELVER in the Library. This is a part time position (currently two vacancies, each up to 15 hours per week).

Why Everett?

Working for City government is personally rewarding for those looking to make an impact at the community level. As an employer, we advocate for employee professional growth, and value work-life balance.

The City of Everett is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our goal is to recruit and hire capable and engaged job candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds. We are committed to creating and supporting an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees.

Positions that work less than 22 hours per week are not eligible for medical benefits, however, there are many other benefits offered such as: vacation, sick, and holiday accrual, Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) through Washington State Department of Retirement, deferred compensation plan options, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and more. For more information on these benefits, click here: AFSCME Benefit Guide.

About the Department

Everett Public Library has a mission to connect the community and all its members to resources and services that inform, educate, and entertain. Everett Public Library staff members have the opportunity to enrich individual lives and build strong communities by delivering exceptional customer experiences and connecting people to materials, resources, technology, and services. We seek enthusiastic, open-minded, self-motivated individuals who can work well independently and with others. Everett Public Library circulates over 600,000 items and provides library services through its two branches. If you are forward thinking and passionate about public service, consider joining Everett Public Library in this position.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK

• Check in library materials from outside and inside book drops; inspect materials for damage.

• Organize and shelve materials according to the classification system employed by the library. Maintain accurate order of materials on shelves.

• Straighten work areas and patron seating areas by picking up materials and debris and arranging chairs.

• Search and pull materials from a list.

• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

For a full description of this position, please see the class specification on the City’s website.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Any combination of education and experience sufficient to provide the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk and hear, and to use hands and arms to handle objects, tools, or controls. Other physical activities of the job include walking, climbing, bending, lifting objects weighing up to 40 lbs., pushing carts up to 150 lbs., and standing and sitting for long periods of time.

• Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

• Work a varied schedule of hours to include evenings, holidays, and weekends.

HOW TO APPLY

• Application Materials may be accessed via http://www.everettwa.gov/careers.

• All applicants are required to complete and submit the following:

• The standard City of Everett online application form

• Responses to the supplemental application questions

This process is designed to sample and measure the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities. Answers will be blind-rated, and the raters will not have access to applications or resumes so please be detailed in the answers.

• The interview process is designed to sample and measure the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Applicants claiming veterans’ preference points in accordance with RCW 41.04.010 as amended and meeting eligibility criteria must submit form DD214 or other official military separation documentation that clearly indicates an honorable discharge from military service on or before the date filing closes.

• This job classification is represented by Everett Municipal Employees Local 113, AFSCME.

• New hires begin employment at the first step of the salary range.

Filing Opens: March 19, 2024

Open Until Filled

OPEN/COMPETITIVE

FIRST REVIEW: April 2, 2024

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