What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Coordinator (Part-Time) - Library District (Wilhoit) position at Yavapai County Human Resources?
Under minimal supervision, plans, administers, directs, and coordinates library activities, programs, volunteers, and services to patrons.
- Assists and instructs patrons in locating library materials and information resources.
- Answers reference questions, places holds or requests inter-library loan materials on behalf of patrons.
- Performs circulation tasks including, but not limited to, registering new library cards, circulating library materials, filling holds, shelving, shelf-reading, weeding, and withdrawing library materials.
- Establishes programming for the library including, but not limited to, creating, planning, advertising, and executing for multiple audience types and levels.
- Assists walk-in patrons with other library needs.
- Creates circulation and cataloging reports as necessary.
- Interacts with Yavapai Library Network (YLN) staff to resolve cataloging issues related to the processing of library materials.
- Interacts with YLN member libraries’ staff to resolve issues related to the circulation of library materials.
- Works with supervisor and the Yavapai County Librarian to develop and manage library collections based on collection needs, public demand, and YLN policies.
- Works with supervisor to recruit, train, and manage library volunteers.
- Where applicable, acts as liaison to organizations associated with the library and the local community.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
A minimum of three (3) years of relevant library, clerical, or customer service experience.
Additional Requirements:
Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license without restrictions.
Knowledge of:
- Dewey Decimal Classification system.
- Reference materials and tools of research.
- Computer technologies, library databases, and software.
- Business English, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and composition.
- Clerical office practices and procedures.
- Research techniques and report writing.
- Current Microsoft Office software.
- Filing and recordkeeping.
- Customer service.
- Communicating effectively verbally and in writing and communicating orally in a face-to-face setting and by telephone with public and employees.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
- Organization and adherence to detail.
- Utilize and help patrons with technology as well as learn new technologies.
- Effectively plan, organize, and meet required time deadlines.
- Oversee the work of volunteers in a courteous and businesslike manner.
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments, representatives of other organizations, County officials, and the public.
- Keep management informed of key operating issues affecting the department.
- Remain current in knowledge required to perform assigned duties.
- Handle confidential matters and maintain discretion always.
- Act with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.
Work Environment:
The work environment is associated with an office and public library. The work area is adequately lighted, heated or cooled and ventilated.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Sufficient vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech ability to communicate effective in-person and telephonically. Capable of frequent repetitive movement of arms, fingers, and wrists. Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds.
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Grade: 7
Classification: Classified
Safety Sensitive: No
Yavapai County Government offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to
Full-Time employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes but is not limited to:
- 10 Holidays Per Year
- Annual Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health Care Insurance – Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life Insurance
- Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
- Retirement Plans
- Sick Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
ELECTIVE COVERAGE
- 457 Deferred Compensation Program
- Dependent Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Short-Term Disability
- Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
PLEASE NOTE
- Part-Time, Temporary and Seasonal employees accrue Sick Leave based on hours worked.
- Part-Time employees have limited benefits available.
- Temporary and Seasonal employees are not eligible to accrue Annual Leave.
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