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Library – Courier Job at Lsslibraries in Jurupa Valley

Lsslibraries, Jurupa Valley, CA, United States

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JOB SUMMARY

The Courier picks up, delivers and routes all types of library materials and correspondence to and from designated branches of Riverside County Library System and other locations as assigned. The Courier will have a professional appearance, a friendly manner, an ability to communicate clearly with staff at all levels, and provide excellent customer service. The Courier must be dependable and complete their route in a timely manner.

Hours Per Week: 40

Primary Responsibilities

  1. Provide excellent customer service
  2. Drive a company-owned vehicle in order to transport books and other library materials, inter-office correspondence, programming supplies, furniture, etc., to and from libraries within the library system network
  3. Assist in the sorting and routing of books and other library materials
  4. Load and unload the courier van
  5. Report promptly any malfunctions with the company vehicle; schedule and deliver the van for regular maintenance
  6. Maintain the exterior and interior of the company owned vans so they are clean and professional in appearance
  7. Fuel company vehicle
  8. Address or escalate safety issues to appropriate management
  9. Know and understand the American Library Association’s Library Bill of Rights, Freedom to Read Statement, and Freedom to View Statement; recognizing that freedom of access is a fundamental tenant of a public Library System and Services Follow all legal and policy requirements related to patron privacy and custodianship of patron records
  10. Other Duties as assigned

Requirements

  1. High School Diploma or GED
  2. Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
  3. Excellent communication skills-both verbal and written
  4. Previous on-the-job driving/courier experience a plus
  5. Prior customer service experience or experience working with the public
  6. Previous library experience a plus
  7. Detail-oriented
  8. Good time-management skills
  9. Must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include a combination of days, evenings, and weekends
  10. Basic knowledge of library systems and databases preferred
  11. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
  12. Multilingual speaking a plus

Physical Requirements

  • Must be able to move from place to place within the location; lift, push/pull, hold/carry items weighing up to (25) pounds and occasionally up to (50) pounds such as files, books, furniture, and other materials
  • Ability to climb in and out of the courier van
  • Ability to sit for long periods of time

Benefits:

  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation Leave
  • Holiday Pay
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision

EEO STATEMENT

The company and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate the population of differences and does not discriminate in its hiring/hiring practices, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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