LibrarySupportStaffJobs

Library Assistant

Library Assistant, Park City Library, Park City, Utah

Park City Municipal Corporation

The Park City Library is looking for 2 part-time Library Assistants, 28-32 and 16-20 hours per week. Requires a detail oriented person, who also has strong customer service and organizational skills. Performs all circulation desk duties, including patron registration, checking in/out materials, handling cash transactions, answering phone calls, assisting patrons with reference questions, and other specific circulation related projects. Required: Basic computer skills, customer service experience and ability to work evenings, Saturdays and Sundays. Preferred: Knowledge of library operations and resources. Salary: $8.16-$11.20/hr DOE

Apply: Park City Library, P.O. Box 668, Park City, UT 84060, fax (435)615-4903, phone Teresa Ferguson (435)615-5602, e-mail tferguson@parkcity.org. Applications available online

Location: Park City, Utah

Type of Library: Public

Library Assistant

Library Patron Service Technician

Library Patron Service Technician, Douglas County Libraries, Roxborough, Colorado

Join our team at our beautiful new library in Roxborough! Our library offers a new approach to providing the very best of patron service, and innovative, state-of-the-art technology. We are excited to announce that we have a FT (40 hrs/wk) Patron Service Technician position available. The incumbent will perform a variety of patron contact duties including actively assisting patrons with finding library materials and with using the catalog, assisting patrons with check-out procedures, shelving library materials, and maintaining displays. Our main focus is to provide superior customer service, so top candidates must possess strong experience and skills in this area. Previous library shelving and circulation experience is strongly preferred, and bookstore customer service experience is helpful as well. Experience with maintaining merchandise displays is preferred. Requires at least above average computer skills and experience. HS diploma or GED is required; college degree preferred. Starting salary is $11.85/hr, with FT benefits available.

Send district application (required, available on our web site or at any of our libraries) and resume via fax, mail or email (StarOffice, PDF or Word equivalent attachments saved in RTF only) by July 20, 2006 to: Human Resources, Douglas County Libraries, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock, CO 80104. Fax: 303-688-7655. Email: jobs@dclibraries.org. EOE

Location: Roxborough, Colorado

Type of Library: Public

Library Patron Service Technician

Library Shelvers

Library Shelvers- Temporary Positions, Douglas County Libraries, Highlands Ranch, Colorado

The Highlands Ranch Library has five openings for PT temporary Shelver positions, about 14 hrs/wk each. This temporary assignment will be for about six to nine months, with a possibility of moving to a regular position. Must be able to work a mix of days, evenings and weekends. Accurately shelves books and library materials. Maintains shelf order and appearance and checks in library materials. Demonstrates positive attitude towards patrons and staff. Requires ability to bend to floor level, light unloading, lifting and carrying up to 5-10 lbs, and moving full book trucks. Minimum two years of High School required. Must have ability to learn library procedures and library computer system. $7.75/hr.

Send application (required, available at any of our libraries or on our web site) by July 20, 2006 via fax, mail or email (StarOffice, PDF or Word equivalent attachments saved in RTF only) to: Human Resources, Douglas County Libraries, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock, CO 80104. Fax: 303-688-7655. Email: jobs@dclibraries.org. EOE.

Location: Highlands Ranch, Colorado

Type of Library: Public

Library Shelvers

Library Technician

Library Technician (Part time temporary and to establish register), Cullman County Public Library System, Cullman, Alabama

LIBRARY TECHNICIAN
(Part Time, 20 Hrs. Per Week, $7.00 per hour)
(NOTE: This is a temporary appointment, not to exceed 2 months. Possible permanent placement after temporary and probationary periods. This advertisement is also being used to create a register for future vacancies)

JOB SUMMARY

This is an entry-level paraprofessional position with a heavy public service component, completing various clerical work in a specific division/section of the Cullman County Public Library System. Training will be provided. Work is performed with considerable latitude for independent judgment and initiative under the direction of a Coordinator and/or the Head of Public Services or the Assistant County Librarian. This position may serve in any facility or division of the Library System, including the Public Services, Circulation/Member Services, or Support Services Divisions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Tasks for this position may include:

*Meeting, greeting, and serving the informational needs of clients and assisting library users in finding information, use of public computers, maintenance of their library accounts, using library databases and tools, and other library services, and providing basic reference and reader’s advisory services, bibliographic instruction, and other public assistance.

*Minor facility maintenance, specifically keeping assigned work areas clean and tidy.

*Assisting in the planning for and implementation of library programs, exhibitions, and other educational activities for clients of all ages, including children.

*Assisting in collection development and collection maintenance tasks, including weeding, shelving, and shelf reading.

*Clerical work, including use of computer software and systems in the registration of users and circulation/loan of materials, copy cataloging of library materials, data entry, filing, and other similar tasks. Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Internet Explorer, integrated library systems and similar programs required.

*Process library materials being added to or withdrawn from collections.

*Ability to follow instructions of supervisors, follow library policies and procedures, and work with minimal supervision.

*Ability to operate personal computers, peripheral equipment, cash registers, audiovisual equipment, and other similar tasks.

*Ability to lift and load up to 25 lbs, and manipulate loaded book trucks, shelve and obtain library materials from shelves extending up to 90” and stand for lengthy periods.

*Ability to meet, greet, and serve clients of all ages, and work with supervisors, co-workers and volunteers in a cordial and effective manner is required.

*Ability to work at a public service desk of a library facility/facilities, including nights and weekends in regular rotation.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

High School diploma with clerical training or experience required. Two years of college preferred. Bilingual abilities (ability to speak and understand Spanish as well as English) preferred.

Necessary Knowledge and Skills:

· Considerable computer skills.
· Basic knowledge of library terminology, programs, and services.
· Ability to use and explain library policies, facilities and equipment.
· Ability to communicate effectively with both adults and particularly children and young adults.
· Ability to exercise initiative, tact, and independent judgment.
· Ability to resolve problems in an effective manner.
· Ability to take supervision.
· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, superiors, and the particularly the public.
· Ability to understand oral and written instructions.
· Ability to stand for periods of 1 hour or more and reach library materials at high and low levels (overhead and floor level).
· Physical ability to bend, stoop, twist, turn, and move materials from place to place in the library.
· Physical ability to push carts and bins loaded with library materials weighing up to 100 pounds.
· Physical ability to lift up to 25 pounds on a regular basis in the handling of library materials; may, less frequently, be required to lift up to approximately 50 pounds.
· Ability to operate county-owned vehicles in the performance of job functions. Possess a valid Alabama Driver’s License and meet the County’s Insurance Carrier’s requirements for coverage.

APPLICATION METHOD:
Complete Cullman County application for employment, available at the Main Library at 200 Clark Street, Northeast, Cullman, Alabama 35055 or at the Human Resources Office, Courthouse, Rm. 202, 500 Second Avenue, SW., Cullman, Alabama 35055, or submit resume, cover letter, and list of three work-related references to Technician Search, 200 Clark Street, Northeast, Cullman, Alabama 35055 or via email as a MS Word attachment to handm@ccpls.com. No telephone calls.

Application Deadline: July 21, 2006.

The Cullman County Public Library System is the information and cultural services department of the Cullman County Commission, operating under the oversight of the Public Library Board of Cullman County and under the direction of the County Librarian/Chief Executive Officer. All parties are an equal opportunity

Location: Cullman, Alabama

Type of Library: Public

Library Technician

Library Clerk II

The NYS Department of Correctional Services currently has an opening for a
Library Clerk II at Green Haven Correctional Facility.

This employee assists the facility librarian in all aspects of a small
public-model library in a state correctional facility. Responsibilities
include clerical support, reader advisory, classification and circulation,
supervision of inmate library clerks, and independent management of the
program in the absence of the librarian.

The part time position is for 20 hours/week, afternoon and evenings. Salary
is approximately $13/hour. Civil Service requirements apply; however,
off-list candidates will be considered. Minimum qualifications are a high
school diploma and any level of library experience.

For further information and application details, or to send a resume,
please contact:

Green Haven Correctional Facility (Dutchess County) [male, maximum security
prison]
594 Rt. 216
Stormville NY  12582
845-221-2711
Robert Cunningham, Deputy Superintendent for Programs
--or--Bridget Wojnar

Location: Stormville, New York

Type of Library: Prison Library

Library Clerk II

Library Technician II

Library Technician II (part-time), Colorado Department of Corrections, Delta, Colorado

Part-time (20 hrs./week) SCBOCES contract position providing public/school-type (not law)library service to offenders and staff at Delta Correctional Center, a minimum-restricted security facility. Some evening hours & partial weekends required. Salary depends on qualifications, minimum $13,4600/yr. 2 years library experience preferred. No previous knowledge of corrections is required; training will be provided. Must be at least 21 years of age and pass background check. Closing Date: 5/22/06 or until filled.

Send letter of interest, resume, and college transcripts (if applicable) to Alissa Branson, DCC, 4102 Sawmill Mesa Rd., Delta, CO 81416.

For more information, contact Diana Reese at 303-866-6341 or Reese_D@cde.state.co.us.

Location: Delta, Colorado

Type of Library: Prison Library

Library Technician II

Library Technician II (part-time)

Library Technician II (part-time), Colorado Department of Corrections, Rifle, Colorado

Part-time (20 hrs./week) SCBOCES contract position providing public/school-type (not law)library service to offenders and staff at Rifle Correctional Center, a minimum security facility. Some evening hours & partial weekends required. Salary depends on qualifications, minimum $13,4600/yr. 2 years library experience preferred. No previous knowledge of corrections is required; training will be provided. Must be at least 21 years of age and pass background check. Closing Date: 5/22/06 or until filled.

Submit a letter of interest, resume and a copy of college transcripts (if applicable) to Diana Reese, BVCF Library, P.O. Box 2017, Buena Vista, CO 81211.

For more information, contact Diana Reese 303-866-6341 or Reese_D@cde.state.co.us

Location: Rifle, Colorado

Type of Library: Prison Library

Library Technician II (part-time)

Library Technician II

Library Technician II, Colorado Dept. of Corrections, Canon City, Colorado

Wanted! An enthusiastic, professional Library Technician to lead the library team of 1.5 FTE’s, providing library service to the offenders and staff at the Colorado Women’s Correctional Facility. The individual selected to fill the position will have an outstanding opportunity to make a difference as a librarian and impact the lives of the patrons, where 95% of the offenders use their library. This is a full-time South Central BOCES contract position serving offenders in Department of Corrections libraries. The work schedule will include evenings and weekends.

Preferred qualifications: Two years general library experience OR two years of college coursework, including 12 (twelve) semester hours of library science courses. A year of college coursework with 6 (six) semester hours of library science courses may substitute for a year of library experience. Special consideration will be given to applicants with the following qualifications: strong service orientation; excellent organizational and interpersonal skills; flexibility; and strong computer skills in a Windows environment and with MS Office Professional.

Broad scope of position: Under the direction of a Regional Librarian, supervise the operation of the library providing public/school-type (not law) library service to offenders and staff of a correctional facility housing adult offenders. The duties include: provide reference and information services; provide readers’ advisory services; hire, train, and supervise several offender library assistants; perform library computer functions using the automated library management system (data entry, circulation, catalog maintenance, and printed reports); monitor the behavior of offender patrons. This position requires no previous knowledge of corrections; training in security procedures will be provided.

Special requirements: Must be at least 21 years of age and able to complete Colorado Department of Corrections’ Basic Training Academy coursework, including a physical self-defense component. Application includes a background investigation to be cleared to work in a correctional facility and a urinalysis to test for drug use.

Minimum Salary: $26,920 plus full benefits. Placement on the salary scale is dependent upon education and experience.

Send letter of interest and resume to Diane Walden, Regional Librarian
Mail: FMCC, P.O. Box 200, Cañon City, CO 81215-0200
Email: walden.diane@doc.state.co.us

For further information:
Diane Walden: 719/269-5384, diane.walden@doc.state.co.us or
Andrew Breland: 719/775-7638, Andrew.Breland@doc.state.co.us.

Closing Date: Monday, May 22, 2006 or until filled.

Location: Canon City, Colorado

Type of Library: Prison Library

Library Technician II

Library Aide, Part-time

Part time Library Aide, Boston Public Library, Massachusetts

The Boston Public Library is advertising a continuing recruitment announcement for part time Library Aide positions. The BPL accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis and frequently draws from the pool of candidates collected. The successful candidate will work part-time in the Research Library, Central (circulating) Library and neighborhood branches. Mature, dependable individuals are invited to apply (must be at least 16 years old). Duties may include shelving, book labeling, book mending, typing, filing, data entry, and switchboard operation. Daytime, evening, and weekend hours available depending upon the department. Knowledge of one or more foreign languages is highly desirable.
For more information please visit: http://www.bpl.org/general/jobopenings.htm

Title: Library Aide

Salary: $7.20 - $11.75 /hour

Minimum Qualifications:
> Must be at least 16 years old.
> Must be a resident of the City of Boston upon first day of hire and must successfully clear a Criminal Offenders Record Information (CORI) check with the City of Boston.

Boston Public Library is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Cultural Diversity.

Please send Resume, Cover Letter (indicating where you located the vacancy), and Three Professional References to:
Boston Public Library
Attention: Human Resources
700 Boylston Street
Boston, MA 02116
Or Fax to:
(617) 266 - 4673
Or Email to:
HR@BPL.ORG

Location: Boston, Massachusetts

Type of Library: Public

Library Aide, Part-time

Technology Support Specialist

Technology Support Specialist, Douglas County Libraries, Castle Rock, Colorado

The Information Services department for Douglas County Libraries has an exciting opportunity for a full-time (40 hours per week) Technology Support Specialist. You would be supporting one of the top three rated library districts for our population size in the U.S. This position, which reports to the Manager of Information Services, supports our District staff as they use a variety of information technology tools to serve our patrons: workstations, telephones, and self-service technologies. An essential responsibility will be to support our staff with technology questions and needs through our Help Desk. Also will provide routine maintenance for District PCs. Supports the District’s public computing service (ISMS). Also provides staff training, documentation and vendor accountability. Supports the District’s RFID and self-service systems. Ideal candidates must have a passion for the District’s mission and service ideals, and must be able to communicate effectively with staff and patrons. Ease of use with a variety of computer software applications is required, as well as routine knowledge of PC hardware, its diagnosis and repair. Incumbent will also show the following attributes or demonstrate the ability to acquire them: knowledge or familiarity with library circulation systems, with public-access computing systems, and with self-service and RFID systems. A minimum of two years of college with emphasis in technical computing coursework, workshops, or certificate programs is desired. Some evenings and weekend work will be required. Starting salary is $17 per hour, but could be increased to be commensurate with experience/skills. Excellent benefits are available.

Please submit our job application (required, available at any of our libraries or on our web site), resume and cover letter by May 7, 2006 via fax, mail or email (StarOffice, PDF or Word equivalent attachments saved in RTF only) to: Human Resources, Douglas County Libraries, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock, CO 80104. Email: jobs@dclibraries.org. Fax: 303-688-7655. EOE.

Location: Castle Rock, Colorado

Type of Library: Public

Technology Support Specialist