Library Assistant II-Youth Services
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Job AdvertisementStarting pay rate is $22.29 an hour per the 1386B Working Agreement. This is a part-time position 20 hours a week with a mix of daytime evening and weekend rotation. Detailed information about the AFSCME 1386B Working Agreement including salary schedule and benefits can be found here: Please watch our video Working for the City of Portsmouth to hear more about why our employees enjoy working here! We welcome diverse and non-traditional backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't satisfy every single bullet on this list. The purpose of this position is to perform library support services independently and collaboratively in the Youth Services Department. This position is responsible for providing efficient customer access to information and materials through extensive customer contact; completing tasks requiring proficiency and experience using office productivity software the Internet and some technology devices; assisting with collection maintenance youth and teen program planning and delivery including story times and book clubs; assisting with the library's public relations and marketing initiatives and creating a welcoming warm and respectful environment for library patrons and staff. Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar; related; or a logical assignment to; or extension of; the position.

Plans and executes story times for babies; toddlers; preschool aged children; and families.

Adopts a connected learning approach to presenting programs; classes; and events for and with youth; teens and caregivers so that they educate; inform and inspire.

Participates in outreach activities.

Utilizes the library's integrated library system software; especially the circulation module; to answer patron questions; update records; place holds for items and more.

Assists patrons with finding reading and other library materials. Make recommendations from within the collection.

Assists patrons with using the library's online catalogs.

Assists patrons with use of technology tools including public computers; self-check stations; printers; iPads and more.

Assists with collection maintenance including weeding; keeping collections and displays neat; clean and well organized.

Keeps usage statistics on a daily basis.

Answers phone calls and responds to patron inquiries.

Enters and edits records in the library's calendar and room management software.

Assists with training of library pages.

Work Environment Work is performed in library environments which are subject to uncomfortably warm or cool temperatures. MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSCandidates must have graduated from high school or have earned a graduate equivalent diploma (GED). Customer service experience is a must. Library experience is a plus. Full Job DescriptionLibrary Assistant II-Youth Services 2023.pdf DisclaimerThe essential functions and duties described herein are normal for this position. They are intended as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar related or a logical assignment to or extension of the position. Other duties may be required and assigned by the supervisor. The City of Portsmouth is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran status or genetic information. The City is committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment its services programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodations contact our Human Resources Director by phone 603-###-####. Application Special InstructionsFinalist must complete pre-employment screening drug testing & background check.