Library Services Specialist

Library Services Specialist

Part-time up to 20 hours/week at $12.77 per hour. Evening and weekend availability is required. Schedule flexibility and a source of reliable transportation to and from work is necessary. Consider a one-year commitment at minimum to this position. Submit City of Radford application at 30 W. Main Street Radford VA 24141 or via email to Elizabeth Sensabaugh at Application deadline is open until filled. Please visit the city website to obtain the job application at .

General Definition of Work:

Performs responsible clerical work in the public library system; does related work as required. Experience using online resources. Experience working in a library serving the general public preferred. Reference or circulations experience in a library preferred. Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively and efficiently in a team-oriented environment. Ability to take direction well from immediate supervisors.

Essential Functions/Typical tasks:

• Provide direct customer service; coordinate access to library resources.
• Charge and discharge library materials.
• Maintain accurate patron records.
• Organize collection materials;
• Shelving in all areas of the library accurately and efficiently.
• Receive and convey suggestions for purchase.
• Assist patrons with technology research and other needs; act as a community resource.
• Assist patrons with printing faxing and scanning services.
• Receive and handle money accurately.
• Perform related tasks as assigned.

Knowledge skills and abilities

Some knowledge of the procedures practices and equipment of a public library; some knowledge of business English spelling and arithmetic; good reading skills ability to learn standard library tasks readily and adhere to prescribed routines; ability to stand for extended periods of time and climb step ladders; ability to perform routine clerical and record-keeping tasks; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with library employees and patrons; ability to speak clearly and concisely; ability to deal tactfully with the public; ability to type accurately at a reasonable rate of speed.

Education and experience

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and some experience in general clerical or library work.

Physical requirements:

This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally up to 10 pounds of force frequently and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects; work requires stooping crouching bending squatting reaching standing walking pushing and lifting; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for operation of machines determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.

Special requirements: Completion of pre-employment testing and background screening is a must.

The City of Radford is an EEO employer.

Required Experience:

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