Library Associate 2

Posted on Sep 26, 2024 by Library Systems & Services
Manassas Park, VA
Other
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Part-Time
The Manassas Park City Library (MPCL) serves as a vibrant community hub dedicated to providing a diverse range of innovative resources, programs, and services. Founded in 2020, MPCL moved to the newly redeveloped Park Central in the heart of Manassas Park in Summer 2022. Conveniently co-located with City Hall, the new Park Central Library location is the community’s most exciting destination for learning, discovering, creating, and connecting.

Want to be apart of a thriving and growing library that is impacting the surrounding community daily? Apply now! 

Manassas Park City Library seeks a part-time, 24 hours a week, Library Associate 2 to provide excellence in customer service to the Manassas Park community. The Library Associate 2 performs a variety of moderately complex technical and paraprofessional duties in support of various sections/functions of the library; primarily at the circulation (service) desk and within the collection.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily.

Provides customer service by welcoming patrons, issuing library cards, checking in/out materials and managing patron accounts

Assists patrons with locating materials or the reference desk, using computers, or explaining procedures (checking out, logging onto the Internet, making copies, etc.)

Accepts and processes fees and other payments

Assists with passive programming, programming preparation, displays, and basic marketing

Provides information regarding programs, events, study rooms, etc.

Shelves library materials

Addresses or escalates patron conduct or safety issues to appropriate management

Follows all legal and policy requirements related to patron privacy and custodianship of patron records.

Assists with collection management including processing new materials, donated materials, damaged items, etc.

May assist with processing of InterLibrary Loans or other specialized tasks

Other duties as assigned

Requirements

An individual should possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed and meet the amount of education, training and/or work experience required.

H.S. Diploma or GED required

Two years library experience preferred

Basic knowledge of library systems and databases preferred

Ability to work a regular schedule that will include a combination of days, evenings and weekends (must be able to work Saturdays)

Excellent customer service skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Good communication skills, both written and verbal

English/Spanish speaking is a plus

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to frequently move from place to place within the location

File and retrieve books and other items on high shelves

Lift, push/pull, hold/carry of items weighing up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 35 pounds of heavy boxes, books, and equipment

Work in confined spaces; walk; bend; stoop; reach; and climb.

Ability to sit for long periods of time and to maintain focus on projects such as computer screens or detailed paperwork.

Benefits

Sick/Vacation leave

Tuition reimbursement eligibility

PT: 24 hours a week

$15/hr

Reference: 202499092

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Library Associate 2

Posted on Sep 26, 2024 by Library Systems & Services

Manassas Park, VA
Other
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Part-Time
The Manassas Park City Library (MPCL) serves as a vibrant community hub dedicated to providing a diverse range of innovative resources, programs, and services. Founded in 2020, MPCL moved to the newly redeveloped Park Central in the heart of Manassas Park in Summer 2022. Conveniently co-located with City Hall, the new Park Central Library location is the community’s most exciting destination for learning, discovering, creating, and connecting.

Want to be apart of a thriving and growing library that is impacting the surrounding community daily? Apply now! 

Manassas Park City Library seeks a part-time, 24 hours a week, Library Associate 2 to provide excellence in customer service to the Manassas Park community. The Library Associate 2 performs a variety of moderately complex technical and paraprofessional duties in support of various sections/functions of the library; primarily at the circulation (service) desk and within the collection.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily.

Provides customer service by welcoming patrons, issuing library cards, checking in/out materials and managing patron accounts

Assists patrons with locating materials or the reference desk, using computers, or explaining procedures (checking out, logging onto the Internet, making copies, etc.)

Accepts and processes fees and other payments

Assists with passive programming, programming preparation, displays, and basic marketing

Provides information regarding programs, events, study rooms, etc.

Shelves library materials

Addresses or escalates patron conduct or safety issues to appropriate management

Follows all legal and policy requirements related to patron privacy and custodianship of patron records.

Assists with collection management including processing new materials, donated materials, damaged items, etc.

May assist with processing of InterLibrary Loans or other specialized tasks

Other duties as assigned

Requirements

An individual should possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed and meet the amount of education, training and/or work experience required.

H.S. Diploma or GED required

Two years library experience preferred

Basic knowledge of library systems and databases preferred

Ability to work a regular schedule that will include a combination of days, evenings and weekends (must be able to work Saturdays)

Excellent customer service skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Good communication skills, both written and verbal

English/Spanish speaking is a plus

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to frequently move from place to place within the location

File and retrieve books and other items on high shelves

Lift, push/pull, hold/carry of items weighing up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 35 pounds of heavy boxes, books, and equipment

Work in confined spaces; walk; bend; stoop; reach; and climb.

Ability to sit for long periods of time and to maintain focus on projects such as computer screens or detailed paperwork.

Benefits

Sick/Vacation leave

Tuition reimbursement eligibility

PT: 24 hours a week

$15/hr

Reference: 202499092

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