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Job ID: 31472 Agency: Education Location:Pierre, SDSalary: $18.80-$19.74/hr, depending on qualifications Pay Grade: F Closing Date: Open Until Filled
The Braille & Talking Book Library Reader's Advisor position is responsible for reviewing and adding new patron applications, assisting patrons with book selection, circulation, and providing excellence in servicing their needs. This position will also be responsible for a variety of programming, assisting with our quarterly Prairie Trails Newsletter, cataloguing materials, editing on the computer and assisting in other areas within the Braille & Talking Book Library.
This is a Full-Time 40 Hour Weekly position with the Department of Education. For more information on the Department of Education, please visit https://doe.sd.gov/ .
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Experience in customer service, an understanding of serving patrons with visual and physical impairments as well as knowledge of different reading genres.
High school diploma is required. Bachelor's degree and/or library coursework/experience is preferred.
Knowledge of:
principles, practices, techniques, and services of a library;
customer service excellence;
a variety of book genres;
various Microsoft Office products;
monthly status reports.
Skill to:
effectively communicate both written and verbally;
prepare detailed statistical reports;
provide exceptional customer service;
work as part of a team.
Ability to:
make professional connections with patrons of the Braille & Talking Book Library;
promote programming and new materials to patrons;
stay current with changes from the National Library Service;
maintain up-to-date records for patrons in our database;
continuously seek out training and educational opportunities;
communicate information in person, in writing, or over the telephone;
use a computer to load, edit, and store documents;
proofread with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail;
organize work and set priorities with minimal direction;
lift and carry boxes of library materials;
work independently;
ability to lift 50 lbs.;
other duties as assigned.
Additional Requirements: To be considered, please attach your cover letter and resume.
This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/ . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=1O2 You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted. South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus "An Equal Opportunity Employer"