Mohave County is hiring: Library Assistant I in Lake Havasu City

Mohave County Library Department is currently recruiting for a Library Assistant in the Lake Havasu City, AZ location.

This is an entry-level classification in a progressive series of Library Assistant positions which focuses on a variety of administrative support and clerical functions involved in providing public and technical services in a library environment. Incumbents have previous experience in performing specialized tasks of the assigned department and need only a short introduction to the specific procedures, forms, and processes of the assigned position.

REPORTS TO

Higher level of authority.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

May exercise technical, functional and/or direct supervision of new or less experienced Library Assistants, Library Clerks, clerical temporaries and volunteers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains, with relative independence, a significant phase or segment of a clerical process or office activity.
• Maintains and establishes associated files to include entering information and documents into filing and data systems ensuring completeness and accuracy.
• Prepares standardized reports and statements.
• Collects, compiles and submits data for use in statistical reports, internal operating studies or policy formulation. Develops and runs reports and queries.
• Performs a variety of clerical tasks including answering phones, responding to routine information requests, assisting patrons in completion of forms, and maintaining records.
• Prepares library borrower cards, assists in the maintenance of patron files and distributes informational materials.
• Assists in maintaining a pleasant, informative library including the creation of information and promotional displays.
• Assists with collection development, inventory, and the maintenance of shelves as required. Searches shelves for misplaced or missing books.
• Checks materials in and out, maintains files of materials in circulation, maintains reserve lists and hold notices, and notifies patrons when materials are available for pickup.
• Assists in providing patrons with instruction in the use of various library tools and reference resources.
• Maintains a clean and organized facility.

ON ASSIGNMENT OUTREACH:

• Assist in the training of new library coordinators and volunteers.
• Plans, develops, and presents activities or programs for children, teens, and adults for Community Libraries and Bookmobiles.
• Drives Bookmobile to designated locations.
• Oversees the stocking of Bookmobiles and ensures proper maintenance.
• Maintains the Interlibrary loan process for Community Libraries and Bookmobiles.
• Maintains ability to run and operate Community Libraries and Bookmobile in absence of regular staff.
• Maintains current and updated Community Library pages on the Library website.
• Assists with packing and unpacking of weekly courier.

ON ASSIGNMENT TECHNICAL SERVICES:

• Classifies and catalogs library materials using bibliographic records.
• Prints call number labels for cataloged materials.
• Adds bibliographic information on leased and/or downloadable library materials to the library database.
• Assists in the maintenance of catalog and inventory files.
• Performs physical processing of library materials, including the application of property stamps, barcodes, spine labels, and plastic covers.

ON ASSIGNMENT PUBLIC SERVICE:

• Performs a variety of clerical tasks including answering phones, responding to routine information requests, and assisting patrons.
• Checks materials in and out, maintains files of materials in circulation, and assists in providing patrons with instruction in the use of various library tools.
• Assists in ongoing local interlibrary loan (ILL) functions.
• Assists in planning and evaluating special programs and projects.

SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS:

• May assist in training new clerical employees, temporaries, and volunteers.
• May perform original cataloging functions as needed.
• Exercise regular and predictable attendance and punctuality in accordance with Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma/GED.
• One (1) year library experience.
• Two (2) years general clerical experience.
• OR an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.

SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a valid driver’s license for operation of motor vehicles on Arizona roads.
• Must successfully complete Mohave County Van Dynamics if assigned to Outreach Services.
• May work with seniors and very young patrons.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Library facility organization and operations.
• Standard office practices, procedures, and equipment.
• Computing literacy, including use of keyboards and department-specific software.

SKILL IN:

• Efficiently operating modern office machines.

ABILITY TO:

• Maintain and establish filing systems.
• Work independently and accurately.
• Deal courteously with the public.
• Comply with Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures.

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