Library Assistant – Circulation Section - Daytona Beach Regional Library

Major Functions

The County of Volusia is seeking a Library Assistant for the Daytona Beach Regional Library. This position is in the circulation section assisting the public at the checkout desk, assisting with checking in materials, processing new materials, managing patron reservations, as well as collection management in the stacks.

Library Assistant: Responsible for paraprofessional work such as maintaining library records, assisting patrons, and handling cash requiring knowledge of basic library service techniques and applying techniques to a specialized area of the library system.

NOTE - CANDIDATES:

• Must be able to work nights and weekends.
  
  

Illustrative Duties

( NOTE: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.)

• Performs paraprofessional library work for public desk service or for cataloging, classifying, and indexing library materials.
• Assists with patron accounts, instructing and directing patrons to the use and location of specific materials, answering basic library questions or referring appropriately.
• Uses the integrated library system, online databases, the Internet, electronic catalog and may assist with maintenance of library equipment, software, and/or hardware.
• Assists with training staff and/or volunteers in specialized areas under the direction of a Library Associate, Library Specialist or Librarian.
• Assists librarians in the operation of Children’s, Circulation, Computer/AV, Reference, or Technical Services sections.
• Provides front-line, telephone, and/or electronic service to citizens and visitors.
• Performs library functions such as registering new patrons, charging/discharging library items, resolving patron accounting matters, material retrieval, inventory control, collection of fines/fees, etc.
• Performs branch or system-wide processing functions or data entry for Reference, Children’s Services, Computer/AV, the Library Support Center, etc.
• Performs other library-related functions such as opening or closing an assigned section, shelving materials, shelf reading (keeping items in order on the shelves), searching for reserved or overdue materials, etc.
• Under the direction of a librarian, assists with the preparation and implementation of various adult, teen, or children’s programs.
• Assists with daily and/or weekly money deposits.
• Attends workshops or meetings as required.
• Performs related work as required.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

Graduation from high school or possession of a GED and two (2) years of customer service experience or experience as a Library Assistant or equivalent position.

A comparable amount of education and training may be substituted for the minimum experience.

Must possess a valid driver's license at time of hire.

Must obtain a valid Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire and maintain

thereafter.

NOTE - CANDIDATES:

• Must be able to work nights and weekends.
• Will be required to complete a pre-employment skills test.
• Must possess a valid driver's license at time of hire. Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire and maintain thereafter.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of library techniques including shelving, sorting, alphabetization, and the Dewey Decimal system.
• Knowledge of computer applications as applied to library services.
• Knowledge of money counting procedures.
• Ability to count/tabulate coins and bills to determine cash totals and make change.
• Knowledge of data needed on checks and ability to read names, account numbers, amounts and related information on checks.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service skills.
• Knowledge of library procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of reader interest, books, and authors, and of the theory and objectives of a public library system.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with library staff, volunteers, and the public.
• Ability to maintain accurate records relating to collections, accounting for library materials, etc.
• Ability to communicate concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to teach library techniques and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or political affiliation.
  
  

ADA REQUIREMENTS

Physical Demands: Medium, repetitive work. Ability to see, hear and listen, talk; detailed finger dexterity (including grasping and small tool manipulation), may require visually acuity for fine print. Visual acuity (depth perception, peripheral vision) necessary to operate a motorized vehicle. Ability to lift and push a minimum of 25 pounds, carry, bend, reach, kneel, crouch, stretch, twist, and climb. Ability to stand for long periods of time.

Mental Demands: Ability to read and comprehend professional and technical manuals, procedures, and journals; memos, policies, safety instructions, etc. Ability to speak clearly and concisely. Ability to relate information, data, and detail verbally and in writing. Ability to perform basic mathematical and monetary functions.

Environmental demands: Inside work.

Volusia County is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Veterans' preference in accordance with federal, state, local laws.

We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes:

HEALTH INSURANCE

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
  
  

RETIREMENT

• Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP)
• Deferred Compensation (475 Plan)
  
  

SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE

• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Cancer Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
  
  

PAID TIME OFF

• Personal Leave
• Holidays
• Bereavement
• Military
  
  

HOLIDAYS

The County Of Volusia Observes The Following Holidays Annually:

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King Day
• Good Friday
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans Day
• Thanksgiving (and day after)
• Christmas
  
  

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Onsite Wellness/Fitness Center
• Computer Purchase Program
• Direct Deposit Payroll
  
  

Temporary and intermittent employees are not paid for holidays and are not eligible for benefits.

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NOTE: Your response to the following supplemental questions must match the information in the work experience section on your application. If your responses do not match, your application will be deemed incomplete and will disqualify you from further consideration.

• I have read and understand the above statement.
  
  

02

Do you possess a High School Diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

Do you understand that the starting pay for a Library Assistant is $16.30 per hour?

• Yes
• No
  
  

04

Do you possess a current Florida Driver's License?

• Yes
• No
  
  

05

If you answered "No" to the previous question, will you be able to obtain a Florida driver's within 30 days of hire and maintain thereafter?

• Yes
• No
• Not Applicable
  
  

06

Please select the number of years of customer service experience that you have.

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• More than 2 years
• No Experience
  
  

07

If you indicated years of experience in the previous question, please indicate the following:

• the number of years,
• position title
• brief description of your experience and
• the name of the agency/organization(s).
  
  

If you answered "None", please indicate N/A.

08

Do you have experience as a Library Assistant or equivalent position?

• Yes
• No
  
  

09

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please indicate the following:

• the number of years,
• position title
• brief description of your experience and
• the name of the agency/organization(s).
  
  

If you answered "No", please indicate N/A.

10

Attending library committee meetings, training workshops, outreach, and various meetings at different locations throughout the county as well as outside of Volusia, is a requirement of this position. I understand this requirement and have no issue with attendance and travel requirements.

• I have read and understand the above statement.
  
  

11

While in this position, it is sometimes necessary to cover positions at other libraries on short notice. I understand this requirement and I am able to travel to other locations in a timely manner.

• I have read and understand the above statement.
  
  

12

Do you have previous library experience?

• Yes
• No
  
  

13

If you answered "Yes" to the previous questions, please indicate the following:

• the number of years,
• position title
• brief description of your experience and
• the name of the agency/organization(s).
  
  

If you answered "No:", please indicate N/A.

14

This position requires working night and weekends as scheduled. I understand, if selected for this position I will work nights and weekends as scheduled.

• I agree
• I can not work nights and weekends.
  
  

15

Can you serve as an interpreter for a language other than English (to include American Sign Language/ASL). If yes, please list each language below. If you answered no, please indicate N/A.

16

Have you ever worked as a temporary/lease employee for the County of Volusia?

• Yes
• No
  
  

17

If you answered yes, please indicate when, position title, and department/division. If you answered no please indicate N/A.

18

Where did you hear about this position?

• County of Volusia
• Indeed.com
• Orlandojobs.com
• Social Media sites (i.e. Facebook, Twitter, Linked In)
• Other
  
  

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If you answered "Other" to the previous question, please indicate which specific source.

• Required Question