City of Rapid City is hiring: Library Associate I in Rapid City

ABOUT US

Rapid City Public Library’s mission is to connect the community to education, information, and inspiration. We do this by providing accessible and equitable resources for all. We value our employees and encourage feedback and continual improvement. Our extensive orientation and training process will equip you to be successful in your role.

The City of Rapid City offers fantastic benefits including 2 healthcare options with low premiums, 6% employer-matching retirement, life insurance benefits, short-term disability, and generous vacation and sick leave. For a detailed benefit summary, click here. This position is part of the AFSCME Union. Applications received within the work unit will be considered first.

ABOUT OUR JOB

Do you want to have a positive impact on Rapid City, meet a wide array of library challenges, provide library services, and work within teams, large and small? The Library Associate I position is focused on customer service, communication, and problem-solving.

1. Acts as a point of contact for patrons.
2. Learns, utilizes, promotes, and troubleshoots existing and emerging technologies and library services.
3. Teaches the use of technology and library services, and assists with hands-on learning.
4. Analyzes patron inquiries to provide information and/or materials; assists in the use of the catalog, and other information resources.
5. Acts as a readers’ advisor which includes creating and maintaining displays and writing reviews of library materials.
6. Under direct supervision, develops and maintains collections in assigned areas.
7. Maintains a welcoming and well-kept public space.
8. Uses integrated library system to effectively manage library materials.
9. Performs acquisitions, processing, and cataloging utilizing library databases and software.
10. Performs interlibrary loan activity.

ABOUT YOU

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty successfully. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

1. High level of customer service and communication skills.
2. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
3. Ability to work collaboratively as well as independently on assigned projects.
4. Ability to deal with conflict in an effective manner.
5. Ability to exercise judgment with regard to library policies and procedures.

We understand your time is valuable, so we encourage you to apply if you possess the following minimum requirements:

Minimum Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college and (2) two years of directly related professional experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience deemed acceptable by the hiring authority.
2. Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, social networking resources, and other related technologies.