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The Riverside Public Library is accepting applications for the position ofLIBRARY ASSISTANT (PART-TIME) to fill one (1) vacancy.
The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.
The Library Assistant performs a wide variety of routine to moderately difficult clerical library duties; to interact with the public in providing library services.
The Mission of the Riverside Public Library is to be the cultural and learning center for the community, encouraging the joy and wonder of reading, the wisdom of diverse ideas, and the power of lifelong learning. To learn more about the Library click here.
Work Performed
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Serve and provide customer service at circulation desk; use automated system to check-in and check- out library materials, register new customers, and issue library cards.
- Operate computer to process orders for new books, book withdrawals, transfers, acquisitions, and inventory control; search for reserve requests and notify customers when request is filled.
- Assist with service to customers by answering information questions, giving directions and making referrals to professional staff; help patrons in locating materials, reserving materials, securing holds, and basic use of library equipment and computers; answer telephone inquiries and issue new and replacement library cards.
- Assist customers in the operation and use of microfiche readers, copiers, microfilm readers, computers, and other Library equipment; assist with basic machine maintenance.
- Serve at the reference desk, respond to questions regarding library circulation policies and library procedures; research location of materials for various customer requests.
- Process overdue fine notices as required; collect, record, and account for fines; maintain and update delinquent files and issue receipts for paid items.
- Assist with the maintenance and development of the collection; file, sort, and organize books for cataloging, search shelves for overdue and lost books, and clean, mend, and perform minor repairs on library materials.
- Order, review, and distribute materials and supplies; process new books, current periodicals, paperbacks, slip covers materials, and other library materials.
- Maintain various files, records, statistics, and data; create reports and tally daily cash receipts.
- Perform general clerical support including typing of lists, labels, and cards; sort and distribute mail, correspondence, and other materials. 11. Assist in the preparation and maintenance of bulletin boards and informational areas in the library; support the creation of programs, clubs, and workshops for the libraries; set up displays and eclectic educational areas.
- Participate in the promotion of the library services through public relations, publicity, endorsement of library events, marketing, community awareness drives, fundraising, and other activities; acquires grants and other sources of funding; provides marketing and graphic design work.
- When required provide leadership of branch daily operations in the absence of upper management; open and close branch libraries as assigned; provide statistical analysis and data organization.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education:Graduation from high school or equivalent.
Experience: Six (6) months experience in library or customer service.
Experience: Six (6) months experience in library or customer service.
License and Certifications: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class “C” California Motor Vehicle Operator's License, which may be required at time of appointment
Necessary Special Requirements: Must be able to work part-time or irregular schedules including evenings and weekends.
Highly Desirable Qualifications:
- Completion of supplemental college or business related course work.
- Experience providing exceptional customer service.
- Library experience.
Selection Process
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
1) Completed Employment Application
2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire
PLEASE NOTE: THE CERTIFICATION REQUIRED MUST BE SCANNED AND ATTACHED TO THE ONLINE APPLICATION. THE SYSTEM WILL NOT ALLOW AN APPLICATION TO BE SUBMITTED WITHOUT THE REQUIRED ATTACHMENT. FOR DIRECTIONS ON ATTACHING A DOCUMENT TO AN ON-LINE APPLICATION, OR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: (Application Guide). (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader)
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:
If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.
The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.
It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.
Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.
NOTE: The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.
Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:
- An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/.
- An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.
All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.
THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.
