Lead Library Assistant - Youth (Main Library) (Grade 11)
Yuma CountyJob Summary
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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 offer.
NATURE OF WORKUnder 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. This position has department specific responsibility. Hours may vary (Monday – Saturday) depending on the needs of the Library District. Nature of Work
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(Illustrative Only) Assists with managing Youth Services division including planning and implementation of children’s programs; may be the person in charge on nights and/or weekends at the Main Library; supervises, trains, and coordinates the functions of the assigned staff; provides training, instruction, and orientation to new employees; determines work schedules and timesheets; submits budget requests and administers operational supplies for Youth Services division; collects, tracks, and generates reports for the Youth program statistics; responsible in shelving books and materials; assists patrons with their needs; responds to complaints; organizes and conducts library programs, activities, and tours; 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; prepares, schedules, reports and correspondence; plans, develops, and implement programs for Youth and provide computer classes, book discussion groups, and other library programs; responsible for updating the monthly calendar online and on paper; commutes to other branches for programs and provides outreach at different locations; creates and maintains monthly themed displays; coordinates wide-scale projects i.e. Cover to Cover Reading Program and Summer Reading Programs; participates in meetings and activities with outside agencies and organizations; regular and reliable attendance is required; performs other duties as assigned.
Experience and Education
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Associate’s degree in Library Science or closely related field; and three 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.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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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 system; 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; assigning and leading the work of others; communicate effectively verbally and written; lift up to 40 lbs. Ability to perform the essential functions of the job specifications with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Working Environment
EOE/AA/ADAAA/M/F/V/D DRUG FREE WORKPLACE
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.