Library Assistant

Under general supervision from the Librarian, in the Community Recreational Services
Department, assists in the overall operation of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Library. Plans,   organizes, implements, monitors and improves Library programs and services 

        This job class is treated as FLSA Non-Exempt.
Essential Functions:  Primary functions may include the following tasks, knowledge, abilities, skills, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of tasks performed by all positions in this classification.

1. Library Operation & Services:

• Greets patrons, makes them feel welcome, directs them to appropriate area of the library and answers their questions.
• Manages the assigned areas and collections in the library.
• Assumes Librarian's responsibilities when he/she is absent, including supervision of staff as assigned.
• Shelves books in the proper shelf locations in the library.
• Keeps library neat and clean. Cleans and dusts shelves, tables, books and equipment.
• Analyzes data, draw logical conclusions, and make sound decisions. 
• Assists with special events as needed, which may include but not limited to, sets up tables, chairs, audio and video devices.
• Maintains accurate records and prepares appropriate reports
• Assists in Maintains daily records of people in the library such as, but not limited to, the number of patrons usingcomputers or the number of reference calls per day.
• Catalogues and processes materials under supervision of the librarian. Checks books in andout, following established procedures.
• Assists patrons in using the library's computers.

• Recommends and implements programs that meets the needs of the Community and Recreation priorities and goals.
• Plans and coordinates educational programs for patrons of all ages.
• Plans educational programs related to and maintainsinventory on books.
• Provides marketing support to promote Division programs.
• Organizes and assists with enrollment and registration in various programs
• Constantly strives to develop new, innovative and creative programs of interest to the community members.
• Present, active and on-site for programs, promoting positive engagement during the activities

• Knowledge of the culture, customs, traditions, history and government of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community.
• Knowledge of standardized Library management practices and procedures
• Knowledge of basic customer service principles.
• Knowledge of methods and practices of book publishing and distribution. 

• Skills in time management.
• Skills establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with SRPMIC staff, Community members and the Public. 
• Skills in communicating effectively with the public.
• Skills in operating a variety of standard office equipment including, photocopiers, FAX machines, personal computer and familiarity with Microsoft office suite. 

• Ability to develop a customer service oriented atmosphere.
• Ability to stand on feet to extensive periods of time.
• Ability to carry heavy items weighing up to forty (40) pounds.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends, as needed. 

Education & Experience: High School diploma or GED equivalent is required. Library or related experience preferred. 

For enrolled Community Members without a GED, must obtain a GED within the probationary period.  Requires participation in the HR GED Program and successful completion of the Arizona state certified exam in order to continue employment with SRPMIC.

Equivalency: Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that would allow the candidate to satisfactorily perform the duties of this position, will be considered.

Underfill Eligibility: An enrolled Community Member whom closely qualifies for the minimum qualifications for a position may be considered for employment under SRPMIC Policy 2-19, Underfill.

• Due to the confidential and sensitive nature of this position, successful completion of an extensive background investigation is required.

• May be required to working evenings and weekends with some occasional travel.
• Employees in, and applicants applying for, jobs providing direct services to children are subject to the “Community Code of Ordinances”, Chapter 11, “Minors”, Article X. “Investigation of Persons Working With Children”.

Prior to hire as an employee, applicants will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. Will be required to pass a pre-employment background/fingerprint check. 

"SRPMIC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer" Preference will be given to a qualified:Community Member Veteran, Community Member, Spouse of Community Member, qualified Native American, and then other qualified candidate.

In order to obtain preference, the following is required: 1) Qualified Community Member Veteran (DD-214) will be required at the time of application submission 2) Qualified Community Member (must provide Tribal I.D at time of application submission),3) Spouse of a Community Member (Marriage License/certificate and spouse Tribal ID or CIB is required at time of application submission), and 4) Native American (Tribal ID or CIB required at time of application submission).

Documents may be submitted by one of the following methods: 

1) attach to application

2) fax (480) 362-5860

3) mail or hand deliver to Human Resources.

Documentation must be received by position closing date. 

TheIHS/BIA Form-4432 is not accepted. 

Your Tribal ID/CIB must be submitted to HR-Recruitment-Two Waters.