MASSILLON PUBLIC LIBRARY PUBLIC POSTING

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POSITION: Substitute Circulation Assistant – Main and Branch locations, and bookmobile.

PAY RATE: $8.10/hour.

WORK SCHEDULE: On an as needed basis.

Needed for weekdays/evenings and weekends.

TRAINING PERIOD: Up to Forty (40) hours (combination training/worked). Improvement must be shown during this combined training/work period for continued employment through full forty (40) hours of training period.

QUALIFICATIONS:

At least one of the following:

One (1) year of post-high school training in a directly related field, with one (1) year of public library experience or similar work required. Two (2) years of public library experience or similar work, preferred.

(OR) High school diploma or GED, with three (3) years of public library experience or similar work, required. Four (4) years of public library experience or similar work, preferred. Equivalent public library experience or similar work with lesser formal education will be considered.

PLUS: Must enjoy working with the public; all ages.

ALSO REQUIRED: Available on short notice. Reliable transportation for getting to work. Proof of auto liability insurance. Working telephone. Criminal background check will be conducted post-job offer. Result of background check may affect employment status.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:

Knowledge of…

Popular authors and books.

Performers, performing arts, and audiovisual materials.

Online catalogs.

PC hardware and operation.

Skills…

English language oral and written communication skills sufficient for work with supervisor, other staff, and patrons.

Good reading and comprehension of English language.

Good visual.

General math.

Basic computer/word processing and Internet/e-mail.

Ability to…

Consistently present Massillon Public Library and its services in a positive manner.

Follow library’s written general and department-specific standards, and personnel policies.

Deal effectively with the general public.

Work effectively as a team member.

Aptitude and desire to learn.

Detail-oriented.

Work effectively under pressure.

Perform clerical tasks relevant to position.

Follow directions.

Work independently and make sound decisions.

Handle physical aspects of position which include, but are not limited to: standing, moving, sitting, manual dexterity required to operate office equipment (i.e. computer, copier), climbing and descending steps, and lifting up to 35 lbs.

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POSITION: Substitute Circulation Assistant - Main and Branch locations, and bookmobile.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Checks materials in/out.

Issues new or replacement library cards.

Collects fees for overdue, lost or damaged materials.

Clears patron records when fees are collected.

Performs computer searches to locate and reserve materials for patrons, including SEO requests.

Renews materials for patrons in person or by phone.

Assists with sorting and packing of library materials received and sent via delivery service.

Answers telephone and routes calls.

Assists patrons with copier.

OTHER DUTIES:

Assists with circulation desk set up and closing of department or building.

Shelves materials, on occasion.

Assists with Golden Buckeye and voter registration.

Assists with overdues, on occasion.

Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

NOTE: This position description states the nature and level of assignments normally given in this position; its list of tasks is not exhaustive.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Submit completed Library Application form to:

Human Resources Department

Massillon Public Library

208 Lincoln Way East

Massillon OH 44646.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until successful candidates selected.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

3/12/08