Library Assistant

Please see Special Instructions for more details. Join Our Team! Valencia College is now hiring a full-time Library Assistant at our West Campus! We’re looking for a customer-focused and tech-savvy professional who enjoys working collaboratively and providing excellent service to students, faculty, staff, and community members. The ideal candidate will have: Strong computer skills, including Excel, Power BI, and data processing Previous library experience, preferably in an academic setting Experience with Interlibrary Loan and lending systems Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent customer service and organizational skills About Valencia’s Library department: At the Valencia College Library, our mission is to uphold and promote the highest standards of academic integrity, support rigorous scholarly research, and ensure equitable access to information for all members of our college community. Whether you connect with us in person or through our virtual services, our dedicated team is committed to providing the guidance, resources, and support you need to thrive academically. We are here to empower you at every step of your educational journey, fostering a learning environment that is inclusive, respectful, and intellectually enriching. FICA Alternative to Social Security Free Lynx Bus Transportation Retirement Saving Options Educational and Professional development opportunities for you and so much more…. Additional Information: This position operates in a primarily onsite environment. This position is eligible for Veteran’s Preference under Florida Statute 295.07(5)(a), F.S Applicants must complete the entire online application and include work history, even if attaching a resume. Any incomplete applications will not be considered. Please note that you will need to establish and maintain Florida residency within 30 days from your start date if selected for this position. Selected candidates recommended for hire may be required to complete pre-employment screenings as a condition of employment, which may include but are not limited to: a criminal background check, drug screening, professional reference verification, and driver’s license verification. The Office of Organizational Development and Human Resources (ODHR) will confirm applicable requirements during the hiring process. About this Position Position Number Position Number SE0170 Position Title Position Title Library Assistant Job Type Job Type Staff

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FT/PT Full-Time Employee Class Description Employee Class Description Staff (ed. support) General Position Description Responsible for providing general circulation information and service to students, faculty, and staff. Processes new library acquisitions and performs tasks using an automated circulation system. Flexible Work Arrangement Flexible Work Arrangement Majority/Primarily On-site: Employee performs the majority of job duties on-site, but may occasionally work remotely. Grade Grade 2022 Exemption Status Exemption Status Non-Exempt Posting Number Posting Number S4097P Location(s) Proposed Work Schedule (Please note hours subject to change based on business needs) Monday – Friday between 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Temporary Position (Temp or Grant Funded) Details Salary Range Salary Range $34,780 per year Essential Job Functions Circulates materials by issuing borrowers cards, charging and discharging items, using an automated circulation system. Receives, processes, and maintains the library’s serials collection. Processes materials for bindery which may require lifting, carrying, and pulling/pushing book carts. Assists in the training, supervision, and evaluation of student assistant assignments. Assists in guiding workflow and supervising Staff library assistants. Assists in the processing of intra-campus loans and interlibrary loans. Assists in the processing and maintenance of reserve materials for faculty and students. Assists in the maintenance and inventory of the library collection. Assists patrons in using library equipment. Maintains area statistics and processes area reports, as directed by supervisor. Accesses, inputs, and retrieves data from a computer. Keeps supervisor informed of needs, concerns, and issues related to policies, services, staff, and resources. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Drivers License Requirement Drivers License Requirement Drivers License Requirement Not Applicable Required Qualifications Required Minimum Education Required Minimum Education High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Required Field of Study Other Required Qualifications Required License/Certification Preferred Qualifications Preferred Education & Field of Study Preferred Type of Experience Library experience. Experience using computers and related software. Database, data entry, and mainframe experience. Preferred Licenses/Certification Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of circulation procedures, automated library circulation systems, reserve material preparation and handling, and the fundamentals of information service in a library. Ability to provide strong customer service, make appropriate referrals, and effectively interpret and explain Learning Resources Center/library policies/procedures to faculty, staff, students, and community. Ability to follow oral and written instructions and work effectively without direct supervision. Ability to access file cabinets and bookshelves. Ability to lift and carry up to 44 pounds. Ability to operate office machines and library equipment. Working Conditions General Working Conditions This job primarily operates in a professional office environment. The employee will routinely operate standard office equipment including but not limited to computers, keyboards, mouse, phones, photocopiers, printers, scanners, filing cabinets and fax machines. While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. Typical physical competencies include but are not limited to frequently remaining stationary, moving, reaching, positioning self and occasionally ascending/descending, lifting/moving objects weighing between 5-15 pounds. This job also entails frequently communicating, discerning and exchanging information, detecting and perceiving objects up close, at a distance, and the ability to adjust focus. Cognitive abilities include but are not limited to frequently using discretion, judgment, reasoning, memory, learning, maintaining confidentiality, comprehension, problem solving, and decision-making. The typical work environment, physical and cognitive demands listed above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The College has a process to identify and make available reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Job specific working conditions Job Specific Designation Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have previous experience working in a library setting? If so, please explain.
• Do you have relevant experience using library systems? (Examples include WorldShare, UBorrow, and Alma.)

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