Library Assistant II- Youth and Teen Services - Yuma, United States - Yuma County, AZ
Description
Salary: $ $26.32 Hourly
Location : Yuma, AZ
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 235BS
Department: Library District
Division: Library District Main Branch
Opening Date: 03/18/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Job Summary
This position is advertised from the minimum to the mid-point hourly rate. Salary will be determined based on education and experience at the time of offer.
NATURE OF WORK
Under general supervision, performs library work of moderate difficulty in the Youth & Teen Services division of the library and acts as lead worker for some library staff.
Example of Work
(Illustrative Only) Gives guidance and direction to staff and oversees library functions in the absence of the on-site supervisor; assists with the supervision, trains, and coordinates the functions of the assigned staff in the absence of the supervisor; provides training, instruction, and orientation to new employees; determines work schedules and timesheets; collects, tracks, and generates reports for the Youth & Teen Services program statistics; responsible in shelving books and materials; assists patrons with their needs; responds to complaints; organizes and conducts library programs and activities; may promote public library services to the local community; develops, conducts and records virtual programming (i.e. story time, crafts, robotics, STEAM programming and emerging technology.); may be assigned to work in other library branches and divisions; maintains automated and manual files; assists in preparation of schedules, reports and correspondence; plans, develops, and implement programs for Youth & Teen and provide computer classes, book discussion groups, and other library programs; Responsible for updating the monthly calendar online and on paper; creates and maintains monthly themed displays; coordinates wide-scale projects i.e. Cover to Cover Reading Program; regular and reliable attendance is required; performs other duties as assigned.
Experience and Education
High School Diploma or GED equivalent; and sixty (60) semester hours of college course work; OR Library Technical Assistant (LTA) Certificate and two (2) years working in a library; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience; must possess or have the ability to obtain a fingerprint Clearance Card; requires successful completion of a background check; must possess and maintain valid Arizona driver's license.
Hourly rate for this position has been revised effective 3/4/24.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of:
Yuma County and Department policies and procedures and functions; techniques of library operations; the Dewey Decimal System; children's services as practiced in public libraries; books and authors; principles and practices of supervision.
Skill in:
Assigning and reviewing work performance of others; using office machines, and automated systems; business English, spelling and arithmetic; providing effective customer-oriented service; handling irate patrons and tense situations; communicating verbally and in writing; following written instructions; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public; training.
Ability to:
Effectively respond to phone calls, emails and complaints in a timely manner; plan, prioritizes, manages and responds to multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment; read, write, research, synthesizes data and detailed reports; use modern office equipment and computers; in assigning and leading the work of others; communicate effectively verbally and written; lift up to 40 lbs.; perform the essential functions of the job specifications with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Working Environment:
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity.
Generally the job requires 60% sitting, 20% walking and 20% standing. Working at a computer monitor for extended periods required.The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and in a generally hazard free environment and may have risk of exposure to communicable diseases.
EOE/AA/ADAAA/M/F/V/D DRUG FREE WORKPLACE
Medical Coverage Category
The YCEBT is a self-funded medical plan administered by BlueCross BlueShield of Arizona (BCBSAZ).
The employee is able to select from three (3) medical plan options with six (6) tiers that will best suit the employee's needs, dependents or families.
Plan Option 1:
Preferred Provider Option A (PPO) or PPO A 900 deductible with $10.00 Wellness Incentive. Employees who participate in the "Wellness Incentive" will receive a $20 monthly premium reduction.
Plan Option 2:
Preferred Provider Option B (PPO) or PPO B 1,200 deductible with $10.00 Wellness Incentive. Employees who participate in the "Wellness Incentive" will receive a $20 monthly premium reduction.
Plan Option 3:
High Deductible High Plan - Health Savings Account (HDHP-HSA) or HDHP-HSA with Wellness Incentive.
HDHP-HSA Wellness Incentive for Employee Only option can receives upto $240.00 annual contribution to a Limited Purpose FSA card.
Southwest Service Administrator (SSA)
Mexico PPO Health Plan:
SSA is available to employees who are enrolled in YCEBT Medical PPO Plan.
The SSA Plan pays 100% of hospital, medical, laboratory and prescription drug benefits, to a maximum of $5,000 per person per calendar year ($10,000 for two or more family members).
This position may be retirement eligible, if you have any questions contact Recruitment division at or visit for more information.