Information & Reference Services Associate

Kansas, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 2/26/2024

Description

Basic Information 

• Reports to Information and Reference Services Manager

• 20 hours/week 

• Wage: $19.51 per hour 

• There will be hours worked in both the Information and Reference Services department and the Central Technology Center. 

• Position open until filled 


Duties 

• Provides reference, information, community referral and electronic assistance with unique attention paid to patrons' diverse needs.

• Provides responses to reference queries in person, on the telephone, and on-line.

• Assists customers in the use of online resources.

• Recommends and retrieves materials in support of customer requests.

• Assists customers in their use of library computers, copying machines and printers, making adjustments, and calls for service when necessary.


Requirements

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills and comfortable working collaboratively with others

• Ability to learn the use of varied reference sources, including electronic sources

•  Excellent customer service skills with an interest in, comfort with, and a genuine desire to serve and engage with people of all abilities and backgrounds.

• Intermediate computer skills with the ability to help our customers with technology and device troubleshooting

• The ability to speak and understand English is required. Additional consideration may be given to individuals that are fluent in any non-English languages spoken in the Kansas City area including Somali, Swahili, Spanish, Arabic, French, Dari, Pashto, and Vietnamese. 

• Minimum Qualifications for this position include a Bachelor’s degree and relevant experience. This qualification can also be met by an equivalent combination of education, work experience, and life experiences.


Schedule 

Mon 3pm – 7pm

Tue 3pm – 7pm

Wed 3pm – 7pm

Sat 9am – 1pm

Sun 1pm-5pm

Schedule subject to change. 


How to Apply

Please apply for this position through our web application system . Kansas City Public Library is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 

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