Library Assistant

Build Your Future with the City of Boca Raton! At the City of Boca Raton, a career in public service is more than a job — it’s your chance to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant and sustainable coastal community. Driven by our core values of Fairness, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Trust, we are committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel appreciated, inspired, and supported. Why Boca Raton? As the second largest city in Palm Beach County, the City of Boca Raton offers robust benefits to its employees: Health Insurance Benefits : No-cost employee Medical, Dental & Vision plans Generous Paid Time Off : 12 paid holidays + vacation, sick, and 3 floating holidays Continuous Service Benefit : Paid out annually after 5 years of service Work-Life Balance : Flexible work schedule Retirement Plans : Two pension/retirement options to choose from Whether you're starting out or looking to take your public service career to the next level, the City of Boca Raton offers the tools, resources, and culture to help you succeed. General Statement of Job: The Boca Raton Public Library empowers our community to discover, connect, and create through quality collections and resources, information assistance, educational programs, and lifelong learning opportunities. The Boca Raton Library has four service centers – the Spanish River Library, the Downtown Library, Mobile Library Services, and the Digital Library. Under the direction of a Library Assistant III, Librarian I, or Librarian II, the Library Assistant II Lead Worker is responsible for general library functions, including public assistance with accounts, information, or library materials; adult instruction; youth programs; and collection selection, cataloging, or weeding. Full-time Library Assistant IIs are essential personnel and may have assigned project responsibilities such as scheduling, supplies, statistical or administrative tracking and reporting, temporary supervision of section or ad hoc teams, cross-section work group participation, occasional purchasing, opening and closing buildings, and public safety and emergency response. Instructional Services Section Accurately performs information and reference functions including restating questions for clarity, researching reliable answers, and preserving information confidentiality, in person, by email and on the phone. Effectively uses email, phones, computers and printers, library software and calendars, library self-checks and scanners, and Discover Studio or meeting room technology. Interacts helpfully with patrons to assist them in using library computers and printers, using library materials, services, and programs, and locating City and community services. Develops engaging classes and presentations for adults, including for software and technology, personal devices, career development, lifelong learning, civic engagement, and local interest. Works collaboratively or independently on assigned project responsibilities such as scheduling, supplies, statistical or administrative tracking and reporting, cross-section work group participation, promotional materials, or advanced-level programming. When scheduled as Building Administrator in Charge, responsible for opening and closing buildings, public safety, and emergency response during open hours in which a supervisor is not present. Assists with library-wide events, offers reading recommendations, and maintains displays. Enforces the Rules of Conduct, library policies, and maintains order at the libraries. Does related work as required. Knowledge of: Significant knowledge of library principles, methods, materials, and practices. Significant knowledge of the objectives of a public library. Some knowledge of reader interests, books, and authors, including how to make read-alike recommendations. Some knowledge of the organization of the library website and calendar. Some knowledge of catalog and database search techniques. Skilled in: Reading and alphabetizing accurately to place materials in their proper order. Evaluating tasks and priorities to complete work accurately and efficiently. Advanced skills in customer service. Advanced skills in the use of email, cell phones, computers, software applications such as Outlook, peripheral devices such as printers, and searching in a library catalog, a database, or the Internet. Basic skills in the use of Excel or other spreadsheet software. Ability to: Understand how the library is organized, including services, sections, shelves, aisles, and other library spaces. Perform mathematical calculations involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, including counting money and tracking number of uses. Accurately sort and file materials alphabetically, numerically, and chronologically. Accurately shelve using the Dewey Decimal System and other organizational methods. Carefully handle library materials, using appropriate tools, containers and book carts. Assist patrons to locate materials and refer patrons to other appropriate assistance in the library. Establish and maintain working relationships with patrons, partners, and co-workers. Serve the public and interact with co-workers with honesty and integrity, addressing difficult situations with professional composure. Understand, adhere to, and effectively communicate policies and procedures including form submittal as well as facilitate and/or demonstrate preferred completion steps when using technology. Speak effectively and in a friendly manner to patrons at the front desk, on the phone, and during card signups, classes, presentations, or library events. Ability to express ideas effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to work mornings, days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events as necessary. Bend, stoop, twist, and reach to shelve or move a variety of library materials. Associate's degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent (60 college or university credits). Two (2) year experience working with the public or supporting public services. Possession of a valid State of Florida Class "E" driver's license PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree preferred. Experience working with cash registers, computers, or other technology to assist customers at a front desk preferred. Experience with class, program, or instruction development or presentation, for Instructional, ECE, and Youth preferred. Additional experience is accepted as a minimum requirement in lieu of the postsecondary degree on the following basis: additional four (4) years in lieu of the bachelor’s degree, and additional two (2) years in lieu of an associate degree. POST OFFER PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS: Final offer and employment are contingent upon successful completion of the following post-offer, pre-employment screening items: Criminal Background Check Employment Verification Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) Check SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid State of Florida Class "E" driver's license with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period. Physical and Environmental Demands and Conditions The environmental conditions and physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. occasionally ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like occasionally moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, including tight and confined spaces occasionally remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods occasionally moving from one worksite to another occasionally operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment occasionally pushing/pulling objects 150 pounds or less with assistance of a cart occasionally working in a normal office environment with few physical discomforts occasionally working in an area that is somewhat uncomfortable due to drafts, noise, or temperature variation occasionally working in an area that is very uncomfortable due to extreme temperature, noise levels, or other environmental conditions occasionally working in an outdoor area where exposure to animals, reptiles, and/or insects may occur occasionally working with equipment or performing procedures where carelessness would probably result in minor cuts, bruises, or muscle pulls continuously moving about within the immediate work area to accomplish tasks continuously adjusting or moving objects up to 20 pounds in all directions continuously communicating with others to exchange information continuously repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers continuously operating a computer and other equipment using motions requiring manual dexterity or fine motor skills continuously assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned continuously observing details accurately and identifying variances continuously lifting/carrying objects 40 pounds or less continuously being regular in office attendance with no remote work assignments Essential Employee Designation When normal operations of City departments are suspended or interrupted due to a declaration that a state of emergency exists, any employee may be deemed essential by the City. For the preparation and/or continuation of emergency operations or for special work detail, employees deemed necessary shall be required to work. #J-18808-Ljbffr