Library Associate - St Paul, United States - City of Saint Paul, MN
Description
Salary :
$49, $67,392.00 Annually
Location :
Saint Paul, MN
Job Type:
Part Time/Full Time
Job Number:
O
Department:
Libraries
Opening Date:
04/04/2024
Closing Date:
4/23/2024 11:59 PM Central
About the Position
Join our team
We are looking for part time Library Associates. This position performs paraprofessional library work in providing reference, information, and material loan services to customers.
Information about the current open positions
The current openings are part-time
Library system hours include:
Monday through Thursday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sunday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
All library associates work some weekend and evening shifts and can be expected to work at several different locations.
The eligible list created from this posting will be used to fill the current openings and any future full-time or part-time openings in the Library Associate title for six months.
Primary Responsibilities:
Welcoming community members, explaining library services, answering questions, providing information, and locating library materials.
Empowering users to build skills and problem-solve through one-on-one assistance, group or individual study, and referrals to other resources in the community.
Creating and facilitating events, activities, learning circles, and programs for all ages, such as story time.Creating safer spaces for customers and staff by using de-escalation techniques and trauma-sensitive services, striving to create healing-centered environments for members of the public.
Leading projects such as homework center, career lab services, or a makerspace.Read more about the Saint Paul Public Library
Essential Functions are the functions that the individual holding the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation.
Equity and Inclusion
The City of Saint Paul's mission is to integrate equity and inclusion into how we approach all our work.
Our vision is to be committed to building an equitable and inclusive city that will shift culture in city processes and policies, eliminate structural inequities, and ensure timely and relevant access to services, resources, support, and opportunity to every person in Saint Paul.
Position Requirements
A bachelor's degree; or two years of college (60 semester credits) and two years of reference and referral library services experience plus two courses in library-related classes; or a Certificate in Urban Library Services or equivalent certification and one-year of library services experience.
Note:
Library Associates assigned to driving the Bookmobile will require a Class D driver's license.
How to Apply by Closing Date
Submit a City of Saint Paul online application, including answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire. Upload the followingdocuments via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
A legible copy of your proof of your
Urban Library Services
certification, if needed to qualify, AND A resume (optional)
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Hiring Process Information
Assessment:
Qualifications Rating
The Qualifications Rating is an assessment of your completed application and answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire. Be as specific and detailed as possible in completing your application and questionnaire. You must submit your completed application and supplemental questionnaire by the application deadline.
Open Job Posting:
This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.
Eligible Lists Created from
Open Job Posting:
You must receive a score of 75% or higher to pass the assessment and be considered for the position. Non-promotion eligible lists typically are pass/fail and promotion eligible lists are typically ranked. If the open eligible list created contains a veteran, one open list will exist. When there are no veterans remaining on the eligible list (i.e. hired, withdrawn) from an open list that also contains promotional candidates, two lists will be created: one open list and one promotion list. If two lists exist, the promotion list must be exhausted before the open list is considered.
Final Selection Process:
Those who pass will be placed on an eligible list for approximately six months and all will be notified of their status.
You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.
Condition of Employment:
This position may require a driver's license check or a background checkwhich may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment.
The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.
Human Resources Contact Information:
Michelle LeBow at City Hall Annex
25 West Fourth Street
Saint Paul, MN 55102
Fax:
E-mail:
To refer to this information, we recommend you print this job posting before you apply.
For technical assistance regarding the online application, please call
during regular business hours. Additionally, City of Saint Paul staff are available for application assistance between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at
Veteran's Preference :
If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran's preference in accordance with MN Statute , you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits.
Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement
Benefits may include:
City Paid Benefits
Health Insurance
Vacation/Holidays
Sick Leave
Life Insurance
Subsidized Metro Bus Pass
Deferred Compensation
Retirement Program
Optional Benefits
Dental
Flexible Spending Accounts
Disability Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Long Term Care Insurance
For a detailed overview, visit
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The thorough completion of the supplemental questions is very important in the screening and assessment processes.
Therefore, a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application, may result in failure or disqualification for this position.
In addition, documentation of work experience referred to in the supplemental questions must be included in the application. Your education, training, and experience are subject to verification.I understand that giving false information, failure to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification from this position.
Yes02
I understand all library associates work some weekend and evening shifts and can be expected to work at several different locations.
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In order to understand your work preferences and availability, please check all that apply.
I am interested in working PART TIME.
I am interested in working FULL TIME.
I am interested in being considered for a TEMPORARY POSITION.
04
Which BEST describes how you qualify for this position? Select only one answer.
Bachelor's degree or higher
Two years of college (60 semester credits) and two years of library services experience plus two courses in library-related courses
A certificate in Urban Library Services or equivalent certification and one year of library services experience
Four or more years of library services experience
None of the above
05
If you chose the second option in the previous question, please list the two library-related courses you have taken.
06
Do you possess a Minnesota Class D Driver's License or equivalent out-of-state driver's license?
Yes
No
07
Which of the following areas do you have computer experience? Check all that apply.
Basic Microsoft Word - creating documents, entering text, formatting
Basic Microsoft Excel - entering, correcting, saving data, using simple formulas, modifying a database
Microsoft PowerPoint - creating and editing slide shows
Integrated Library System software - Sierra/Millennium, SirsiDynix/Horizon
None of the experience listed above
08
In which of the following areas do you have library services experience? Check all that apply.
Providing library services to children and young people
Helping/instructing others in using technology and office equipment such as faxing, copying/scanning materials, using the internet, and searching the online catalog
Planning, coordinating, and evaluating programs
Responding to customer requests for information and/or making recommendations for resources
Familiarity with public library circulation practices
Working with community partners and families
None of the above
09
Describe your experience providing services for children and young people. Please provide examples.
10
Library associates work to connect library services and programs to community partners and families. Describe your related skills experiences that will help you in this role.
11
Describe your knowledge of digital equity for teens and adults. Please provide examples of your related skills and experiences working with helping teens and adults with technology.
12
LANGUAGES:
Check all languages you speak, read, or write fluently. Candidates may be tested on the language selected prior to hire. If you are not fluent in a language other than English, select "NA."
Amharic
Arabic
Cambodian
Hmong or Laotian
Oromo
Sign Language
Somali
Skaw, Pwo, or other Karen language
Spanish
Vietnamese
Other
NA
13
LANGUAGES:
If you selected "Other non-English language" in the previous question, please indicate what language(s) you speak, read, or write fluently below.
14RECRUITMENT:
How did you first find your way to our website to apply for this position? (check all that apply)
City of Saint Paul website
City of Saint Paul employee
City of Saint Paul job interest card
City of Saint Paul walk-in
City of Saint Paul Posted newsletter
City of Saint Paul Gov.
Delivery notifications
Friend or family member
League of Minnesota Cities website
website
X (formerly known as Twitter)
website
ZipRecruiter
Pollen website
College or University
Community organization
Job fair
Professional association
Saint Paul Elevate Session
People of Color Career Fair
Other
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RECRUITMENT:
If not indicated above, please specify where you heard about the position (e.g., specific organization/website name, City of Saint Paul employee name).
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