Library Services Specialist Job at Radfordva in Radford City

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Part-time, up to 20 hours/week at $12.42 per hour. Evening and weekend availability is required and flexibility is necessary. Consider a one-year commitment at minimum to this position. Submit City of Radford application at 30 W. Main Street, Radford, VA 24141, or via email to Elizabeth Sensabaugh at Elizabeth.Sensabaugh@radfordva.gov. Application deadline is open until filled. Please visit the City website to obtain the job application at www.radfordva.gov.

General Definition of Work:

Performs responsible clerical work in the public library system; does related work as required. Experience using online resources. Experience working in a library serving the general public preferred. Reference or circulations experience in a library preferred. Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively and efficiently in a team-oriented environment. Successful completion and passing of a drug screening is required.

Essential Functions/Typical tasks:

• Provide direct customer service; coordinate access to library resources.
• Charge and discharge library materials.
• Receive and convey suggestions for purchase.
• Assist patrons with technology, research and other needs; act as a community resource.
• Receive and handle money accurately.
• Perform related tasks as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Some knowledge of the procedures, practices, and equipment of a public library; some knowledge of business English, spelling, and arithmetic; good reading skills, ability to learn standard library tasks readily and adhere to prescribed routines; ability to stand for extended periods of time and climb step ladders; ability to perform routine clerical and record-keeping tasks; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with library employees and patrons; ability to speak clearly and concisely; ability to deal tactfully with the public; ability to type accurately at a reasonable rate of speed.

Education and Experience:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and some experience in general clerical or library work.

Physical Requirements:

This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects; work requires stooping, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, lifting, and fingering; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for operation of machines, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.

Special Requirements:

Completion of pre-employment testing and background screening is a must.

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