City of Saint Paul, MN
Library Associate Job at City of Saint Paul, MN in St Paul
City of Saint Paul, MN - St Paul, MN, United States, 55130
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Salary : $50,502.40 - $70,137.60 Annually
Location : Saint Paul, MN
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 25-01274O
Department: Libraries
Opening Date: 05/06/2025
Closing Date: 5/27/2025 11:59 PM Central
About the Position
Join our team!
We are looking for full-time and part-time Library Associates. This position performs paraprofessional library work in providing reference, information, and material loan services to customers.
INFORMATION ABOUT CURRENT OPENINGS:
Positions are both full (32-40 hours per week) and part-time (from 12 hours per week) during library system hours. All library associates work some weekend and evening shifts and can be expected to work at several different locations.
Primary Responsibilities:
The eligible list created from this posting will be used to fill the current openings and any future full-time or part-time openings in the Library Associate title for six months.
Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of , including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.
Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us.We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.
Position Requirements
A bachelor's degree; or two years of college (60 semester credits) and two years of reference and referral library services experience plus two courses in library-related classes; or a Certificate in Urban Library Services or equivalent certification and one-year of library services experience.
Some of the positions in this classification will be required to read, write, and speak fluently in a language other than English, as designated in the job announcement.
Note: Library Associates assigned to driving the Bookmobile will require a Class D driver's license.
How to Apply
First time applying online? Read our
Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627.
Learn more about our Hiring Process
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.
Qualifications Rating: The Qualifications Rating is an assessment of your completed application and answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire. Be as specific and detailed as possible in completing your application and questionnaire. You must submit your completed application and supplemental questionnaire by the application deadline.
Eligible Lists Created from Open Job Posting: You must receive a score of 75% or higher to pass the assessment and be considered for the position. Non-promotion eligible lists typically are pass/fail and promotion eligible lists are typically ranked. If the open eligible list created contains a veteran, one open list will exist. When there are no veterans remaining on the eligible list (i.e. hired, withdrawn) from an open list that also contains promotional candidates, two lists will be created: one open list and one promotion list. If two lists exist, the promotion list must be exhausted before the open list is considered.
Final Selection Process: Those who pass will be placed on an eligible list for approximately six months and all will be notified of their status. A Hiring Manager will consider those applicants eligible for hire. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.
Pre-Employment Screening: This position may require or requires a driver's license check, and a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer, if qualifying based on education.
Human Resources Contact Information:
Ellen Friedman at 651-266-6533
Email:
The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.
Veteran's Preference for Candidates: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran's preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits.
Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits may include:
City Paid Benefits
For a detailed overview, visit
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The thorough completion of the supplemental questions is very important in the screening and assessment processes. Therefore, a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application, may result in failure or disqualification for this position. In addition, documentation of work experience referred to in the supplemental questions must be included in the application. Your education, training, and experience are subject to verification.I understand that giving false information, failure to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification from this position.
02
I understand all library associates work some weekend and evening shifts and can be expected to work at several different locations.
03
In order to understand your work preferences and availability, please check all that apply.
04
Do you possess a Minnesota Class D Driver's License or equivalent out-of-state driver's license?
05
Which BEST describes how you qualify for this position? Select only one answer.
06
If you chose the second option in the previous question, please list the two library-related courses you have taken.
07
Which of the following areas do you have computer experience? Check all that apply.
08
In which of the following areas do you have library services experience? Check all that apply.
09
Based on your previous selections, please provide a detailed description of your experience, including the number of years and the organizations where you obtained this experience. Type N/A, if you selected none of the above.
10
RECRUITMENT: How did you first find your way to our website to apply for this position? (check all that apply)
11
RECRUITMENT: If not indicated above, please specify where you heard about the position (e.g., specific organization/website name, City of Saint Paul employee name).
12
I am currently a Right Track Worker or have been employed by the City of Saint Paul as a Right Track Worker in the past.
Required Question
Location : Saint Paul, MN
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 25-01274O
Department: Libraries
Opening Date: 05/06/2025
Closing Date: 5/27/2025 11:59 PM Central
About the Position
Join our team!
We are looking for full-time and part-time Library Associates. This position performs paraprofessional library work in providing reference, information, and material loan services to customers.
INFORMATION ABOUT CURRENT OPENINGS:
Positions are both full (32-40 hours per week) and part-time (from 12 hours per week) during library system hours. All library associates work some weekend and evening shifts and can be expected to work at several different locations.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Welcoming community members, explaining library services, answering questions, providing information, and locating library materials.
- Empowering users to build skills and problem-solve through one-on-one assistance, group or individual study, and referrals to other resources in the community.
- Creating and facilitating events, activities, learning circles, and programs for all ages, such as story time.
- Leading projects such as homework center, career lab services, or a makerspace.
- For more information and essential functions, see our
The eligible list created from this posting will be used to fill the current openings and any future full-time or part-time openings in the Library Associate title for six months.
Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of , including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.
Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us.We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.
Position Requirements
A bachelor's degree; or two years of college (60 semester credits) and two years of reference and referral library services experience plus two courses in library-related classes; or a Certificate in Urban Library Services or equivalent certification and one-year of library services experience.
Some of the positions in this classification will be required to read, write, and speak fluently in a language other than English, as designated in the job announcement.
Note: Library Associates assigned to driving the Bookmobile will require a Class D driver's license.
How to Apply
- Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
- Upload or submit the following required document via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
- A resume
First time applying online? Read our
Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627.
Learn more about our Hiring Process
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.
Qualifications Rating: The Qualifications Rating is an assessment of your completed application and answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire. Be as specific and detailed as possible in completing your application and questionnaire. You must submit your completed application and supplemental questionnaire by the application deadline.
Eligible Lists Created from Open Job Posting: You must receive a score of 75% or higher to pass the assessment and be considered for the position. Non-promotion eligible lists typically are pass/fail and promotion eligible lists are typically ranked. If the open eligible list created contains a veteran, one open list will exist. When there are no veterans remaining on the eligible list (i.e. hired, withdrawn) from an open list that also contains promotional candidates, two lists will be created: one open list and one promotion list. If two lists exist, the promotion list must be exhausted before the open list is considered.
Final Selection Process: Those who pass will be placed on an eligible list for approximately six months and all will be notified of their status. A Hiring Manager will consider those applicants eligible for hire. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.
Pre-Employment Screening: This position may require or requires a driver's license check, and a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer, if qualifying based on education.
Human Resources Contact Information:
Ellen Friedman at 651-266-6533
Email:
The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.
Veteran's Preference for Candidates: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran's preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits.
Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits may include:
City Paid Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Vacation/Holidays
- Sick Leave
- Life Insurance
- Subsidized Metro Bus Pass
- Deferred Compensation
- Retirement Program
- Dental
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Disability Insurance
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Long Term Care Insurance
For a detailed overview, visit
01
The thorough completion of the supplemental questions is very important in the screening and assessment processes. Therefore, a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application, may result in failure or disqualification for this position. In addition, documentation of work experience referred to in the supplemental questions must be included in the application. Your education, training, and experience are subject to verification.I understand that giving false information, failure to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification from this position.
- Yes
02
I understand all library associates work some weekend and evening shifts and can be expected to work at several different locations.
- Yes
03
In order to understand your work preferences and availability, please check all that apply.
- I am interested in working FULL-TIME.
- I am interested in working PART-TIME.
- I am interested in being considered for a TEMPORARY SUBSTITUTE POSITION.
04
Do you possess a Minnesota Class D Driver's License or equivalent out-of-state driver's license?
- Yes
- No
05
Which BEST describes how you qualify for this position? Select only one answer.
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- Two years of college (60 semester credits) and two years of library services experience plus two courses in library-related courses
- A certificate in Urban Library Services or equivalent certification and one year of library services experience
- Four or more years of library services experience
- None of the above
06
If you chose the second option in the previous question, please list the two library-related courses you have taken.
07
Which of the following areas do you have computer experience? Check all that apply.
- Basic Microsoft Word - creating documents, entering text, formatting
- Basic Microsoft Excel - entering, correcting, saving data, using simple formulas, modifying a database
- Microsoft PowerPoint - creating and editing slide shows
- Integrated Library System software - Sierra/Millennium, SirsiDynix/Horizon
- None of the experience listed above
08
In which of the following areas do you have library services experience? Check all that apply.
- Providing library services to children and young people
- Helping/instructing others in using technology and office equipment such as faxing, copying/scanning materials, using the internet, and searching the online catalog
- Planning, coordinating, and evaluating programs
- Responding to customer requests for information and/or making recommendations for resources
- Familiarity with public library circulation practices
- Working with community partners and families
- None of the above
09
Based on your previous selections, please provide a detailed description of your experience, including the number of years and the organizations where you obtained this experience. Type N/A, if you selected none of the above.
10
RECRUITMENT: How did you first find your way to our website to apply for this position? (check all that apply)
- City of Saint Paul website
- City of Saint Paul employee
- City of Saint Paul job interest card
- City of Saint Paul walk-in
- City of Saint Paul Posted! newsletter
- City of Saint Paul Gov.Delivery notifications
- Friend or family member
- League of Minnesota Cities website
- Governmentjobs.com website
- X (formerly known as Twitter)
- Indeed.com website
- ZipRecruiter
- Pollen website
- MinnesotaWorks.net
- College or University
- Community organization
- Job fair
- Professional association
- Saint Paul Elevate Session
- People of Color Career Fair
- Other
11
RECRUITMENT: If not indicated above, please specify where you heard about the position (e.g., specific organization/website name, City of Saint Paul employee name).
12
I am currently a Right Track Worker or have been employed by the City of Saint Paul as a Right Track Worker in the past.
- Yes
- No
Required Question