Library Associate I Job at City of Norfolk, VA in Norfolk

The Downtown Branch at Slover invites applications for a full-time Library Associate I position to join our Collection Circulation Team. Success in this position draws on the incumbent’s competencies in advocating an inclusive and diverse library collection, nurturing safe and accessible library spaces, embracing innovative processes and technologies that enhance library operations, and collaborating with coworkers to ensure a holistic library experience.

The Slover is a beautiful venue and multi-use facility in downtown Norfolk with a mission to be a premier destination for residents and visitors to enjoy. The Slover will support a thriving downtown by encouraging tourism, providing resources for entrepreneurs, and housing the downtown branch library at The Slover.

Essential Functions

• Provides customer service by assisting patrons with basic reference questions, providing assistance with computers and equipment, and recommending reading material.
• Performs circulation functions by checking materials in and out, reserving material requests, registering new patrons, coordinating with Interlibrary loans, and collecting fees.
• Assists with collection development by reading professional reviews and selected materials, removing outdated books, and making recommendations for new materials.
• Assists with processing materials at the central Pineridge location as needed.
• Performs administrative duties by preparing and analyzing statistical reports, maintaining order tracking and in-process spreadsheets.
• Provides quality control over the classification of materials for the system, coordinates work flows and time management for weeding or other special projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:
Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. Knowledge is normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor's degree or equivalent. One year of experience in library or related services.

Work Hours: This position is 40 hours per week. The facility will be open Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-7 p.m. and 12-4 p.m. on Sunday. Weekend and evening hours will be required.

Signing Bonus: This position is eligible for a one-time $5000 sign on bonus.