City of Fitchburg, WI
Library Assistant II - Adult Services
City of Fitchburg, WI, Fitchburg, Wisconsin, United States,
Salary:
$22.23 - $25.41 Hourly
Location :
Fitchburg, WI
Job Type:
Part-Time (less than 1.0 FTE)
Job Number:
202400022
Department:
Library
Division:
Adult Services
Opening Date:
06/26/2024
Closing Date:
7/14/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
The Fitchburg Public Library fosters inspiration and connection among people of all ages by offering a diverse range of enriching, innovative, and engaging experiences in welcoming spaces, thereby enhancing and strengthening our vibrant community.
About the Role: As our Library Assistant II, you will perform a variety of routine duties associated with reference and technical services. The position has a strong customer service component, including applying and interpreting library policies.Schedule:Monday 4:00 pm-8:00 pm; Tuesday 4:00 pm-8:00 pm; Wednesday 4:00 pm-8:00 pm; Thursday 4:00 pm-8:00 pm; Friday 2:00 pm-6:00 pm; every third Saturday 9:30 am-6:00 pm and Sunday 1:00 pm-5:00 pm.Responsibilities
Essential Functions:Provides assistance to customers of all ages to meet information and recreational needs.Assists in collection maintenance tasks.Assists with the acquisition process.Answers directional questions in the library.Offers user support services, such as program registration, and meeting room reservations.Prepare new materials for addition to collection.Contacts users via telephone or email as needed.Assists in preparing publicity materials and library displays.Plans, prepares and presents library programs.Conducts shelf-reading of collection to maintain order in the collection.Cross trains and works in all departments as needed.Provides circulation services for customers, including registration and assistance with self-checkout.As needed, supports the materials handling process, including check-in, sorting, shelving, and retrieving materials requested by patrons.Helps plan and deliver outreach programs.Other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Experience Requirements:
Associate degree or two years of college.At least one year of customer service experience required.Fluency in Spanish desirable.Special Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to understand and perform assigned library procedures and apply library policy.Strong customer service skills.Excellent written communication skills.Ability to work independently.Knowledge of computer functions and office equipment.Attentive to details and strives for accuracy.Ability to organize assigned work.
In evaluating candidates for this position, the City may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential duties of this position.
Physical Demands:Moderate Work:Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and push or pull a cart weighing up to 150 pounds or more. Must be able to bend, stoop, lift, or stand for prolonged periods of time. Must be able to use a computer for long periods of time.
Work Environment:Inside:Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Inside work 95% of the time and outside work 5% of the time.
Full-Time Employees
Fitchburg offers excellent benefits including the Wisconsin Retirement System, health, dental, vision, life insurance, income continuation insurance (disability), bilingual incentive, an onsite fitness center, wellness incentives and work/life balance. Check out the benefits in detail available to you as an employee in our
NEW in 2024 - Paid Parental Leave!
Part-Time Employees
You may be eligible for the same great benefits listed above but your monthly benefit premiums will be pro-rated to your FTE (Full-Time Equivalency). Please contact Human Resources directly at 608-270-4211 if you have questions about your benefit eligibility.
Seasonal/Limited Term/Paid-On Call
While you will not be eligible for the same benefits available to permanent full-time and permanent part-time employees, you are eligible to use our free onsite fitness center! The fitness center is available 24/7.
$22.23 - $25.41 Hourly
Location :
Fitchburg, WI
Job Type:
Part-Time (less than 1.0 FTE)
Job Number:
202400022
Department:
Library
Division:
Adult Services
Opening Date:
06/26/2024
Closing Date:
7/14/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
The Fitchburg Public Library fosters inspiration and connection among people of all ages by offering a diverse range of enriching, innovative, and engaging experiences in welcoming spaces, thereby enhancing and strengthening our vibrant community.
About the Role: As our Library Assistant II, you will perform a variety of routine duties associated with reference and technical services. The position has a strong customer service component, including applying and interpreting library policies.Schedule:Monday 4:00 pm-8:00 pm; Tuesday 4:00 pm-8:00 pm; Wednesday 4:00 pm-8:00 pm; Thursday 4:00 pm-8:00 pm; Friday 2:00 pm-6:00 pm; every third Saturday 9:30 am-6:00 pm and Sunday 1:00 pm-5:00 pm.Responsibilities
Essential Functions:Provides assistance to customers of all ages to meet information and recreational needs.Assists in collection maintenance tasks.Assists with the acquisition process.Answers directional questions in the library.Offers user support services, such as program registration, and meeting room reservations.Prepare new materials for addition to collection.Contacts users via telephone or email as needed.Assists in preparing publicity materials and library displays.Plans, prepares and presents library programs.Conducts shelf-reading of collection to maintain order in the collection.Cross trains and works in all departments as needed.Provides circulation services for customers, including registration and assistance with self-checkout.As needed, supports the materials handling process, including check-in, sorting, shelving, and retrieving materials requested by patrons.Helps plan and deliver outreach programs.Other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Experience Requirements:
Associate degree or two years of college.At least one year of customer service experience required.Fluency in Spanish desirable.Special Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to understand and perform assigned library procedures and apply library policy.Strong customer service skills.Excellent written communication skills.Ability to work independently.Knowledge of computer functions and office equipment.Attentive to details and strives for accuracy.Ability to organize assigned work.
In evaluating candidates for this position, the City may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential duties of this position.
Physical Demands:Moderate Work:Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and push or pull a cart weighing up to 150 pounds or more. Must be able to bend, stoop, lift, or stand for prolonged periods of time. Must be able to use a computer for long periods of time.
Work Environment:Inside:Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Inside work 95% of the time and outside work 5% of the time.
Full-Time Employees
Fitchburg offers excellent benefits including the Wisconsin Retirement System, health, dental, vision, life insurance, income continuation insurance (disability), bilingual incentive, an onsite fitness center, wellness incentives and work/life balance. Check out the benefits in detail available to you as an employee in our
NEW in 2024 - Paid Parental Leave!
Part-Time Employees
You may be eligible for the same great benefits listed above but your monthly benefit premiums will be pro-rated to your FTE (Full-Time Equivalency). Please contact Human Resources directly at 608-270-4211 if you have questions about your benefit eligibility.
Seasonal/Limited Term/Paid-On Call
While you will not be eligible for the same benefits available to permanent full-time and permanent part-time employees, you are eligible to use our free onsite fitness center! The fitness center is available 24/7.