LIBRARY ASSISTANT II - Range 08 / AMEA

Open to any current regular Municipal employee working within the Library Department

This position is represented by the Anchorage Municipal Employee Association (AMEA) and is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the Union.

Starting pay does not exceed the midpoint of the displayed pay range.

Remote work schedule opportunities (telecommuting) may be considered after successful completion of probation, at the discretion of management and with the approval of the department head. Not all positions are eligible for remote work (telecommuting) per P&P 40-40.

To be considered for employment, candidates must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including Student Visas and Employment Visas, under any circumstances.

Add, modify, and delete holdings information to reflect the current status of the collection of monographic and serials (publications) and library materials acquisition records; receive library materials online; and modify patron records in the library automated system. Search bibliographic utilities for bibliographic records corresponding to items in hand and attach or modify holdings (information) as required. Create brief bibliographic catalog records on library online system. Input and retrieve data from locally created and online commercial databases and electronic mail systems. Override, with limited authority, parameters on library online system. Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and resolve routine problems. Cashier at service desk and prepare daily cash deposit. Promote services of the library, both in and outside the library at special events. Assess damage charges according to established fee schedule.  Assist librarians in conducting library programs and activities. This includes collecting tickets, monitoring patron count, setting up & cleaning up, monitoring patron participation, assisting patrons with program activities, and assisting guest speakers.  Take minutes at staff meetings and produce draft copy. Aid customers use with computer hardware, laptops, tablets, basic software, peripherals, mobile devices, basic internet use, ILS online catalog and download library products on a variety of mobile devices. Maintain library order, straightening shelves, creating and refilling displays, checking computers and other equipment, and replacing and cleaning toys as needed. Process orders and receive operating and office supplies. Maintain inventory record of leased book collections.

Research the status of long overdue and missing books for follow up and initiate paperwork for fine assessment. Assist the public in reading/viewing/listening advisory and placing holds. Assist the public in use of self-check machines, online catalog, and automated handling along with other library equipment. Check in, stamp, coordinate with vendors to claim missing periodicals, and route periodicals to appropriate library staff. Update complex loose-leaf reference services. Perform all duties of Library Clerk and Library Assistant I. Transport daily deposits to bank. Pack, send and receive materials for library system and Consortium. Contact shipping personnel, prepare and maintain shipping documentation. Performs other duties as assigned.

High school, GED, or the equivalent and one (1) year of customer service and/or library experience.   

A valid State of Alaska Driver’s License at time of hire.  

Passport Acceptance Agent Certification within six (6) months of hire

Employment is conditional based upon satisfactory completion of a national criminal background investigation (AS 12.62.160 and AS 12.62.400).

Preference will be given to Anchorage Municipal Employees Association (AMEA) employees. AMEA employees who are successful in the screening process will be forwarded to the department for consideration prior to any non-AMEA applicants.

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If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted background check. A background check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon satisfactory completion of a national criminal background investigation (AS 12.62.160) and (AS 12.62.400). Accordingly it will be necessary for the selected applicant to provide certain identification information and be fingerprinted. Fingerprint cards must be dated within 30 days from date requested. The processing fee of $48.25 plus the cost of being fingerprinted (variable) is the responsibility of the selected applicant and must be accomplished before beginning work.

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the candidate's Alaska Driver's License, and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states, if the Alaska Driver's License was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected candidate. For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the MOA Driving Conviction Guidelines.

All required certifications and/or licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.