Library Researcher jobs in Ventura, CA

The Ventura County Law Library is seeking a part-time Library Technician for 12-16 hours a week, and additional hours as needed. The Law Library is open Monday-Friday 8am-4pm, and we are seeking a candidate with availability for morning shifts.

Position Description and Duties

Under general supervision, the Library Technician performs a variety of duties in the Ventura County Law Library, including:

• Front desk duties: Answering phone, emails; Checking passport customers in for scheduled appointments.
• Checking books in/out, renewing items, collecting fines and fees, and creating new patron library cards.
• Assisting patrons with computers, copiers, and other library equipment.
• Updating and maintaining Law Library materials with looseleaf filing, pocket parts, and other materials received from publishers.
• Reference services to members of the public, attorneys, judges, and others, in person, over the phone, and via email.
• Shelving books, shelf reading, dusting, and cleaning library equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one year in a customer-facing role.
• Familiarity with basic computer applications such as word processing, e-mail, etc.
• Understanding of alphabetizing, indexing, and filing methods.
• Basic mathematics skills; will be required to use a cash register, count money, and make change.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining working relationships with library users and staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates degree or higher.
• Applicants with library or legal experience are preferred; “experience” includes classes and internships as well as paid work.
• Bi-lingual (Spanish-English) highly desirable.

Physical requirements and environment

• Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry up to 20 pounds of library materials or supplies from one part of the library to another, and to pull, push, or drag up to 50 pounds; must be able to push and pull loaded shelving carts, weighing up to 100 pounds.
• May be required to stand or sit for extended periods and will frequently bend, squat, stoop, reach, and/or reach above the shoulders.
• May occasionally be required to use step stools or climb ladders to an elevation of up to 6 feet.
• Must use eyes, ears, hands and fingers to perform assigned duties and responsibilities.
• This job is performed mainly indoors in a climate-controlled environment, however, you may be exposed to dust and/or odors.

About the Library

The Ventura County Law Library is currently located at the Ventura County Government Center. We are housed in the Hall of Justice and operate independently of the Courts and the County. We are governed by a 6 member Board of Trustees. Our employees are Law Library employees and work at our location only.

To Apply

Please email your resume to katied@vencolawlib dot org. No walk-ins or phone calls, please.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Customer Service: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location: In person