Library Assistant 2 - Minimum Qualifications Waived

***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE***

The Nevada State Library offers specialized library services to Nevada residents of all ages who are blind, visually impaired, have reading disabilities, or are unable to use traditional print materials through Nevada Talking Book Services (NTBS). The position manages patron records and communications; provides technical and circulation support; cleans and repairs digital talking book players and related equipment, supports daily library operations; represents NTBS at outreach events and promotional activities; and contributes to administrative and team functions. This position is funded through a federal grant and continued employment is contingent upon ongoing funding from the federal government through the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).

Library Assistants perform duties in support of the operation of libraries that house and provide access to a variety of materials in a variety of formats. Incumbents perform and/or supervise technical, paraprofessional and administrative duties within one or more functional areas of the library including acquisitions; cataloging; circulation; collection maintenance; document delivery/interlibrary loan; government documents; reference, serials and/or metadata, electronic resources, and digital services.

PER EXECUTIVE ORDER 2026-001, ALL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS HAVE BEEN WAIVED FOR THIS POSITION UNTIL JUNE 30, 2026. Please refer to the link for more information: https://gov.nv.gov/Newsroom/ExecOrders/Executive-Orders/.

Graduation from high school or equivalent education and one year of library or clerical experience which included customer service; OR six months of experience as a Library Assistant I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Under close supervision, incumbents perform routine and less complex library duties which require limited judgment and are performed in accordance with clearly prescribed procedures. Incumbents often perform auxiliary duties of a clerical nature such as account maintenance, compilation of statistical information, data entry, processing and delivery of mail, typing and file maintenance. 

Representative duties for LIBRARY ASSISTANT II include: 

Positions may be permanently assigned to this level, and progression to Library Assistant III is not automatic. Incumbents typically receive more supervision than Library Assistant III’s and are employed in work situations that require following established procedures and methods. Incumbents may provide training and work direction to lower-level classified employees and student workers. 

Issue library cards and enter patron data; check out and record the return of materials; check in serials by verifying the correct journal title, recording the volume number, issue number and date in the serials control database; route selected journals to designated personnel; deliver processed issues to student workers for shelving. 

Provide patron assistance by directing patrons to, and assisting with, appropriate resources and explaining unit policies and procedures and services available. 

This job specification lists the major knowledge, skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge, skills and abilities from a previous level.

Working knowledge of: customer service skills; telephone etiquette; operation of a computer and other office equipment; Internet browsers; basic manual and computerized recordkeeping methods. 

General knowledge of: data entry techniques; business English. 

Ability to: enter data, process records and resolve discrepancies according to clearly established procedures; apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures; read and understand manuals and other detailed written materials; understand patron information requests and determine needs; compare two sources of text and recognize discrepancies; provide clerical support to library staff; English and grammar sufficient enough to type, format and produce correspondence including business correspondence, reports and other materials. 

Skill in: the operation and use of office equipment; keyboarding.

Recruiter Contact Information: Jennifer Kauble - jenniferkauble@admin.nv.gov

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

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