Syracuse City School District is hiring: Librarian Assistant - PSLA in Syracuse

Classified - Classified Positions - Library Clerk

Job Number 2300289446

Start Date

Open Date 12/18/2024

Closing Date

ABOUT OUR DISTRICT:

The Syracuse City School District is innovative and transformational and has always had the goal of ensuring that all students graduate high school with the skills needed to be ready for college and career. For Syracuse, all means all - including students who fall behind or have been considered "in need" for a host of reasons. The Superintendent, School Board and Syracuse community expect student achievement to increase and seek a dedicated and diverse team of school leaders and teachers to partner in moving the district toward its goals. The Syracuse City School District represents 34 schools and 4 alternative education programs, serving 19,000+ students Pre-K-12 of whom 77% qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, 18% are served by the Office of Special Education and 78% are students of color.

REPORTS TO: Director of Libraries

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

The work involves performance of paraprofessional librarian or specialized non-librarian duties. Requires aptitude to operate independently within prescribed responsibilities. The work is performed under the general supervision of a Librarian. May exercise supervision over Library Clerks, Pages, and volunteers. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

• Performs simple reference work with commonly used materials.
• Funnels reference questions requiring in-depth research to the Librarian.
• Assists Librarian in cataloging, collection development, interlibrary loan, or indexing applying library principles as directed by a Librarian.
• Performs readers advisory service with popular materials.
• Creates public relations materials such as press releases or newsletters.
• Prepares research and completes forms relative to grant proposals.
• Performs system operation, maintenance, and back up for PC or on-line computer systems.
• Assists customers in using various electronic resources.
• Prepares library exhibits and displays.
• Conducts tours, book talks, multi-media programs, and program scheduling.
• Maintains and operates audio-visual equipment.
• Conducts story hours and other children's programming.
• Resolves patron complaints.
• May supervise Library Clerks, Pages, and volunteers.
• May assign and review work of subordinate staff and create work schedules.
• May perform routine searches of and updates to computer records.
• May recommend changes in policies and procedures.
• May trouble shoot difficult clerical problems involving independent judgment.
• May be responsible for operations related to the opening and closing of the library facility or unit within the library facility.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Good knowledge of library services and practices.
• Good knowledge of handling and using library materials and equipment.
• Good attention to detail and ability to follow procedures consistently.
• Good knowledge of layout, writing and public relations skills.
• Working knowledge of basic computer systems procedures, e.g. start-up, desktop publishing, PC set-up.
• Ability to recognize the titles of and retrieve basic reference sources as requested by patrons.
• Ability to do library research at a user level.
• Ability to operate and maintain audio-visual equipment.
• Ability to express ideas clearly and accurately both orally and in writing.
• Ability to read and comprehend written material.
• Ability to carry out assignments independently.
• Ability to plan, coordinate and supervise the work of others.
• Tact and courtesy in dealing with staff and public.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Promotion:

Two (2) years of permanent competitive class status in the title of Library Clerk III.

Open Competitive:

Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university or one accredited by the New York State Board of Regents to grant degrees with a baccalaureate degree.

SALARY

The current starting salary for this position is $41,200 per the Unit 8 contractual agreement. This position is nonexempt, overtime pay is entitled when available.

The Onondaga County Civil Service job description for this position can be viewed by clicking here.

• This position will be hired provisionally. All candidates must meet the minimum qualifications on the Onondaga County Civil Service job description for this title. When the exam for this title is offered, the successful candidate must pass the exam and be reachable on the resulting eligibility list, in order to be retained.
• The successful candidate will be required to pass a fingerprint-based background check, at the cost of $101.75 to the candidate.
• City Residents are encouraged to apply!

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