Library Assistant - Woodbridge, United States - Prince William County, VA

Description

Salary: $ $40.26 Hourly

Location : Haymarket/Gainesville, VA

Job Type: Part-Time (PB)

Job Number:

Department: LIBRARY

Division: PUBLIC SERVICES

Opening Date: 05/14/2024

Closing Date: 5/28/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

GRADE: A13

Introduction

Do you have a passion for connecting with others and making a positive contribution to society? We connect people in the community to a variety of resources, encouraging lifelong learning. We offer meaningful work where you can make a real impact on the lives of others and your community. The heart of our mission is to connect people with information, resources, and each other. You'll play a crucial role in ensuring our library does this smoothly and efficiently. Our library is a lively gathering place where people of all ages come together to learn, play, and make connections. We are a motivated and supportive team; we foster a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for our staff and patrons.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, adaptable, detail-oriented and organized individual to join us as a Library Assistant in beautiful Haymarket, VA. Apply today and become part of a dynamic diverse community dedicated to enriching lives through the power of libraries

About This Role:
Provide excellent customer service in person and by phone.
Check materials in and out, create library cards, place requests for materials, and interpret library policy.
Answer requests for information using library resources; recommend reading materials and library services.
Handle cash, prepare, maintain, and update records and run reports.
Assist patrons with the use of on-site technology including computers, printers, copiers, and fax machines. Assist patrons using library digital resources and patron's personal devices (tablets, phones, and laptops).
May provide Passport Acceptance Service to patrons.
Participate in library events in-house and in the community.
Create displays to encourage circulation.
Participate in branch or system planning committees and meetings.

Minimum Requirements: 8th grade education

Preferences:
Experience working in a library, retail, clerical or help desk providing face to face customer service in a public setting.
Scheduling flexibility
Experience working independently and in a team environment.
Experience using software and databases.
Experience using library apps, office equipment and personal devices.
Cash handling experience.
Experience using and troubleshooting standard office equipment: computers, fax machines, and copiers.
Experience using Microsoft Office (TEAMS, SharePoint, MS word, Excel)

Special Requirements: The position may require travel to other branches within the system. A DMV check will be conducted for employees who drive while on County business.

Work Schedule:
This is a part-time, non-exempt 20-hour a week position. Library hours of operation are Monday-Wednesday 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.; Thursday-Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Schedule may vary depending on the needs of the library. Weekend and evening work are required.

Starting Salary Range: $18.94- $24.27

We offer benefits for part-time staff, including:

• Vacation and Sick Leave Benefits
• Personal days
• Paid Training
• Membership in Virginia Library Association

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.

Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.
The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:

• Temporary
• Provisional
• Seasonal employees

Click on the link below to explore our plans and rates.

01

I understand that information provided on my application is used to determine my qualifications. Information on my resume will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. Only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications. Only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my submitted education and work experience will be credited.

• I have read, understand, and acknowledge the above statement
• I decline to proceed any further in this process.

02

What is your highest level of completed education?

• MLIS
• Bachelor's degree or higher
• Associate's degree
• 8th - 12th grade
• None of the above

03

Select the areas that best describe your experience and responsibilities. Please make sure your response is consistent with the work history information you have provided in your application. Check all that apply.

• Dewey Decimal system
• Recommending reading materials and library services
• Explaining policy or procedures
• Creating and updating customer accounts
• Providing directional instructions for locating materials
• None of the above

04

If you indicated experience using the Dewey Decimal system to shelve books, please indicate the EMPLOYER and JOB TITLE. Please be sure this information is included in the work history section of your application. If you do not have work experience using the Dewey Decimal system, please enter N/A.

05

Please check any of the following areas in which you have 6 months of experience. Make sure this information is reflected in the work history section of your application:

• Public Library
• School Library
• Bookstore
• Retail (other)
• Help Desk
• None of the above

06

Please select library services and software you have experience working with. Please make sure your response is consistent with the work history information you have provided in your application. Check all that apply.

• PWPL library app
• Hoopla
• Libby
• Kanopy
• Novelist
• Wowbrary
• GoodReads
• Beanstack
• None of the above

07

Please select the options that best describe your experience helping others with technology. Please make sure your response is consistent with the information you have provided in the work history section of your application.

• Assisting customers with personal or public computers
• Assisting customers with office equipment (Ex. copiers, fax machines, printers)
• Assisting customers with personal devices (Ex. smartphones, tablets, E-readers)
• Assisting others with event management software (Communico)
• None of the above

08

If you have indicated experience assisting customers with the technology in the previous question, please indicate the employer. If none, enter N/A.

09

Please indicate the applications with which you are proficient. (Select all that apply)

• Outlook
• Teams
• Word
• SharePoint
• Video conferencing Software (WebEx/Zoom)
• None of the above

10

Please select the options that best reflect your cash handling experience(s). Make sure that your selected options correspond to the information in the Work History section of your application. Check all that apply.

• Experience using a cash register
• Reconciliation of cash/cash receipts
• Experience receiving money and providing change using a cash box (no register)
• None of the above

11

Please select your experience working outreach. Make sure that your selection corresponds to the information in the work history section of your application.

• Outreach to community groups
• Outreach to public schools
• Outreach to private schools
• Outreach to local businesses or government agencies
• Have not worked outreach events

12

This application is for a 20-hour part-time position that will not become full time. Are you interested in a part-time position?

• Yes
• No

13

Please select all the shifts that you are NOT able to work (Please check all that apply):

• I am not available for the day shift 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• I am not available for an evening shift 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• I am not available for the weekend shift, Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• I am available to work any of these shifts

14

This is a part-time 20 hour per week position that includes days, evenings and weekends. Please note that business hours could change which may affect the hours of this position. Staff are scheduled during the following hours: Monday to Wednesday 9:00 am to 8:00 pm, Thursday to Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm. Are there any times that you are unavailable?

15

Are you willing to accept an hourly rate between $18.94- $24.27 per hour?

• Yes
• No

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