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SalaryAre you ready to work where you can make a difference in people’s lives every day? The Bastrop Public Library is looking for a dynamic, energetic, creative, personable individual to join our team as a Library Associate - Public Services General.
Under general supervision, this full time position performs duties in access services, library operations, programming, and technical services. Employee coordinates access services processes, assists in library administrative functions, and assists with programming. Some Saturdays and evening hours are required.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
(Note: The examples of essential functions as listed in this class specification are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.)
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Work the Circulation desks assisting patrons with requests for books, materials, reserves resources, inter-library loans, and other information sources; instructs patrons in use of various library equipment and traditional and electronic resources.
- Assists patrons with a variety of informational, educational, and instructional needs in a helpful and courteous manner that demonstrates excellent customer service.
- Performs various moderately complex and technical library functions, i.e., shelving, inventory, weeding, locating missing materials, notifying patrons of overdue and reserve materials, reconciling petty cash, processing Interlibrary loans, and compiling statistics.
- Performs routine shelf checks to ensure continuing physical maintenance and proper location of books, periodicals, and other library materials.
- May assist with finance and accounting procedures for the library.
- Maintains orderly appearance of facility by clearing tables of books and magazines, replacing tables, chairs, and other materials periodically, and dusting shelves and desks.
- Works collaboratively with the library team in planning and implementing summer programs, family programs, adult programs, general library events, and outreach services to schools and other organizations.
- Performs administrative record keeping and reporting of various statistics relating to library materials, material use, item records and patron accounts.
- Performs administrative support functions as needed.
- Maintains regular attendance; leave scheduled should be managed so as to not interfere with ability to accomplish tasks, including special projects and assignments with deadlines.
(Note: The examples of marginal functions as listed in this class specification are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.)
- Performs related work as directed.
- Participates in Emergency Management Operations as directed.
- May be required to work holidays, weekends, or after hours as directed.
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED
- Bilingual and able to read, write, and speak Spanish proficiently.
- College level course work that supports the field of library science
- Two (2) years’ experience working in a library setting.
- Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience working directly with the public.
- Knowledge of current technology, basic computer skills, internet and database searching.
- Considerable knowledge of routine clerical functions and standard library operations.
- Considerable knowledge of record maintenance principles and practices.
- Ability to exercise independent judgement in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Ability to serve the public with patience, tact, and integrity.
- Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with supervisor, fellow employees, and/or the public.
- Ability to communicate effectively; receive both oral and written instructions; listen actively to coworkers and the public.
- Ability to read numbers and letters rapidly and accurately, sort and file alphabetically, numerically, and according to the Dewey Decimal Classification System.
- Ability to learn, update and maintain an Integrated Library System (library currently uses Apollo ILS).
- Ability to utilize a variety of modern office equipment and computer software.
- Ability to learn basic accounting principles and practices.
- Prefer proficiency in written and spoken Spanish language.
- Ability to work days, evenings, and weekends.
Physical Requirements
This is primarily an office classification where sitting, standing in work areas and walking between work areas is required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Positions in this classification regularly bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull to retrieve supplies, files, and other materials. Employee must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull book carts, materials, and objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Employee primarily works in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Some tasks may require exposure to dust, pollen, or outdoor environments. Employee may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
The City of Bastrop is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO) and values diversity in its workforce. As an EEO employer, the City provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Employment is contingent on passing post-offer, pre-employment drug testing and criminal background investigation.
The City of Bastrop provides a generous benefits package that includes a mandatory retirement plan through Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS), a voluntary 457 plan, as well as comprehensive medical coverage, Health Savings Account (HSA), life insurance, paid vacation, paid sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. The City pays 100% of employee medical and dental coverage and contributes 50% to dependent coverage.
