Salary : $38,263.48 AnnuallyLocation : Midland, TXJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 2019-00475Department: Library-Any LocationOpening Date: 11/07/2024Summary SummaryPlease ensure that you fill out this (you must open this in internet explorer to digitally sign). All that is needed is your name, signature, and the date. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE WITHOUT THE TWO FORMS LISTED BELOW: You MUST attach
Performs a variety of tasks related to the operation of the library. Organizes and implements services and activities in assigned unit of the library, performs paraprofessional library services to assist patrons within the library system to provide system-wide service. Performs responsible and varied clerical library services in the circulation of books, periodicals, materials, equipment, and related collection items; assists patrons in using library services and facilities; and maintains circulation statistics. Provides friendly, high-quality customer service. Constant contact and collaboration with target audience, including those with diverse backgrounds and abilities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES vary depending on the unit to which the employee is assigned. Other duties may be assigned.•Assesses, evaluates, and weeds assigned collections.•May serve on Library Selectors team, which helps to maintain and keep the library collection current and useful to the community. Reviews, selects, and orders materials in print and non-print formats for assigned collections.•Works at assigned service desk, greets visitors, and prepares desk for operation.•Sorts, separates, arranges, shelves, and files various library materials accurately according to library classification systems (alphabetic, numeric, and alphanumeric). Assists in maintaining collections by inspecting items for damage and performing minor repair.•Assists in evaluating and weeding assigned collections and assists in selection and ordering of print and non-print materials. Analyzes and interprets statistical and community information as part of the selection process.•Calculates and collects fees and charges from patrons for damaged or lost items, printing, or any other service that requires a fee. Makes change and balances cash drawer with daily receipts.•Creates and maintains registration for programs, activities, or meetings, as assigned. May include creating calendar of events and distributing accordingly.•Monitors effectiveness and attendance of programs and reports to supervisor.•Maintains neatness of assigned unit and creates an inviting environment that provides for enjoyableand convenient use of library resources.•Designs, promotes, executes, and evaluates programs for target audience of assigned unit. Includes researching and requesting materials needed for programs.•May assist with special projects involving library promotion and outreach activities.•Interprets censorship and freedom of access issues as they pertain to the selection of materials for library customers.•Prepares and compiles required reports and statistics.•Performs in-depth reference searches and performs readers advisory services.•Plans, assembles, and arranges displays of materials to support popular topics.•Conducts library tours and orientations, as assigned.•Provides information on library activities, facilities, rules, and services to patrons. Refers patrons requiring professional assistance to the appropriate staff.•Receives incoming calls; provides general information to patrons regarding services available to the public, schedule of events, requirements to obtain a library card, overdue items, meeting and study rooms reservations and policies, and other inquiries.•Searches and enters, through ILS, materials on hold for patrons. Materials may be requested in person, by phone, or email. Searches and informs patrons and staff regarding availability of materials on hand. Provides materials to other units as requested.•Responds to inquiries from the public in person and over the phone to help them obtain the information they are seeking; conducts research to locate related information.•Conducts inventory of unit supplies and prepares replenishment orders for supervisor.•Assists other units when staffing is inadequate, as assigned/requested.•Maintains unit equipment including troubleshooting and performing basic maintenance procedures as needed.•Assists patrons the use of library resources, including library equipment, computer catalogs, indexes, computerized search systems, self-service print system, and the Internet, providing digital information literacy to patrons on a one-on-one basis as time permits.•Attends staff meetings, professional and community meetings, workshops, and conferences, as required. Reports work accomplished to supervisor.•Explains library policies, objectives, and services to community groups and the public.•Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.•Takes advantage of continuing education opportunities and reviews industry literature to improve services and workflow. Keeps abreast of publishing trends for materials and maintains an awareness of library trends.•Performs other duties as required to ensure the smooth operation of the library and the provision of excellent customer service.•Required to work various shifts depending upon the needs of the library, including evenings and weekends. May be assigned to work at all library locations, as needed. Regular and consistent attendance is required.POSITION SPECIFIC JOB FUNCTIONSChildren's and Youth Services:•This position requires the ability to analyze library children's and juvenile programs and operations, develop recommendations and solutions for future operations and recruit, train, and supervise volunteers focused on children's and juvenile programming.•Works with the children's unit leader and supervisor to create crafts and display items.•Conducts children-related library tours.•Coordinates programs and activities with school librarians, teachers, parents' groups, and community organizations.•Plans and conducts weekly preschool story time; summer reading program for children preschool through teen; youth book clubs; special programs for Children and Youth for afterschool and for school holidays. Conducts book talks for students.•Develops bibliographies and pathfinders from children's collection.•Identifies and translates children and young adult needs and interests into effective library services and programs.•Demonstrates considerable knowledge of the needs and abilities of children and the available library materials and services.•Plans and attends unit clubs and Teen Library Advisory Board.•Must be able to work out of doors during special events and summer programming.Reference and Adult Services:•Accesses information from library webpage and digital media offerings.•Can troubleshoot problems with printer sand computers for personal use and for the public and is familiar with the library's print release and computer reservation system.•Can instruct patrons in the use of the library's electronic resources and databases.•Teaches patrons to use the technology including smartphones, tablets, and computers as they relate to utilizing library resources.•Checks availability of meeting and study rooms and accurately inputs reservations to avoid conflicts, as needed.Circulation Services:•Registers patrons; processes library card applications. Issues new patron cards/updates cards.•Enters and retrieves patron and circulation information by computer terminal in a computerized circulation system. Maintains patron and material records.•Performs library materials check-in, check-out, renewal, holds, and patron registration and renewal; routes material to correct locations, and notifies patrons about reserved materials.•Responsible for checking and emptying returns/drops and following protocol for safe check-in of materials, including cleaning and disinfecting material, as needed, using the proper technique and equipment.Collection Development:•May serve on Library Selectors team, which helps to maintain and keep the library collection current and useful to the community. Library Selectors team members vary in pay grade.•Reviews, selects, and orders materials in print and non-print formats for assigned collections.•Under the direction of a Librarian, supports collection development and management activities.•Assists in identifying gaps in the library's collections based on analyzing collection use statistics.•Stays within allotted budget.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESLibrary Specialist I position is a non-supervisory position.Qualifications, Education, and/or experience QUALIFICATIONSEmployees at this level perform clearly defined tasks, typically within one or two of the core functions of the job. Employees typically follow set procedures and instructions. May oversee part-time staff, shelvers, and volunteers who are performing similar or relates work within the library unit. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEThe completion of a high school education or equivalent certification, plus basic computer skills and competencies, including the ability to navigate the Internet; or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Preferences: two to three years of library, clerical and/or customer service experience; able to speak, read, and/or write Spanish. Knowledge, Skills and/or ability KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESWork at this level typically requires the following range of skills:•General knowledge of library policies and procedures and more specific knowledge of policies and procedures and work methods pertaining to the assigned functional area and work unit.•Working knowledge of library terms and bibliographic formats and structures, including the ability to conduct a simple bibliographic search.•Familiarity with the library's ethical policies and practices associated with use of and access to library resources, including networked resources, as well as familiarity with established standards related to copyright and intellectual property protection.•Knowledge of basic library research methodology and the ability to use it.•Demonstrated proficiency in English grammar, punctuation and spelling, including the ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing.•Knowledge of numerical and alphabetical filing systems.•Ability to use the library system(s) and subsystem(s) module(s) to perform assigned duties.•Ability to access various on-line resources and databases used within the library and to use their standard features to perform technical work and/or assist patrons.•Ability to quickly learn and apply policies and procedures related to assigned functional work area.•Ability to use standard features of office support technology and standard software packages.•Ability to perform standard arithmetic operations.•Ability to work under minimal supervision to perform assigned work.•Ability to work within a diverse environment and be service-oriented in working with patrons and other library staff, including the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within and outside the library.•Effective communication skills, including the ability to work with the public and assist patrons with basic inquiries and direct them appropriately in locating and using library materials and inform them of applicable library policies and procedures.•Willingness to maintain and improve skills.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSMust have valid Texas driver's license, provide proof of insurance, and have adequate transportation.WORKING CONDITIONSPersonal Expectations:The physical and mental demands in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Physical Requirements:The job requires the employee to have a demonstrated physical stamina to be able to carry and move library materials from one place to another. The job includes standing for much of the workday, walking, bending, kneeling, crawling, grasping, carrying, pushing, reaching, and performing manual dexterity. Required to hear, listen, see, and speak clearly. The job also requires the employee to frequently lift and carry 10-25 lbs.? occasionally lift and carry 50 or more pounds while twisting and turning? reach at, above, and below shoulder height? grasp objects weighing 10-25 lbs.? push and pull objects weighing 50 lbs. May be required to work in confined spaces. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision,middle (computer screen) vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Other physical requirements include fingering (keyboarding, writing, filing, sorting, shelving, and processing); handling (processing, picking up and shelving books); talking and hearing (use of the telephone).Mental Requirements:The employee must effectively read and understand information contained in memoranda, reports and bulletins, etc. and must be able to comprehend and follow instructions. The job requires the employee to regularly operate and exhibit proficiency with computers and commonly used Microsoft applications, library systems and databases, email and cloud environments, and social media. The job may require the employee to operate and occasionally troubleshoot general office equipment as well as smartphones, tablets, e-readers, gaming equipment, new consumer technology, and book carts. Information requests may often be urgent, posing the potential for stress and mental fatigue. Requests for information are also confidential, posing the potential for stress when following up with other staff or outside agencies. The employee needs to recognize and respect the pressure under which other staff may be working. The employee also must exercise diplomacy and tact with staff and patrons.Work Environment:The job requires the employee to be subjected to repetition, working with community partners, working alone, working away from the library, working around others, verbal contact with others, face-to-face contact, noise, inside and outside environments, mechanical equipment, and moving parts. The noise level is usually quiet to moderate but may occasionally get loud. Most of the work is performed indoors but some outdoor work may be expected.Expected Hours of Work:This is a full-time position, requiring employee to work a 40-hour week. The job requires the employee to work a varied, flexible schedule, including days, evenings, and weekends (Saturday). Position schedule is subject to change at any time at the discretion of management.Expected Travel:The job requires some travel for staff meetings, training, conference activities, and attendance at community and business events, may include travel to and from library locations. Adequate transportation is required. Employee must have valid Texas driver's license and provide proof of insurance.Note: This description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not all-inclusive of every task or responsibility.HEALTH / DENTAL INSURANCE- Regular full-time employees are provided general medical, hospitalization, and dental insurance coverage. This is free to the employee if they take a yearly HRA and have negative Cotinine test yearly. Employees may obtain coverage under the group plan for family members at their own expense. Employees become eligible for this coverage on the 91st day of employment. Prices for other insurance are listed LONG TERM DISABILITY- Regular full-time employees working over 30 hours per week are eligible for long-term disability benefits. This benefit becomes effective on the 1st day of the month following six months of continuous employment with the county CAFETERIA PLAN- All regular full-time employees are eligible to enroll in the supplemental insurance portion of the county cafeteria plan on the 91st day of employment, or annually during an enrollment period for the following plan year of January 1 through December 31. They will not be eligible for enrollment in the Flexible Spending Accounts for medical reimbursement and/or dependent care until the first annual enrollment for the plan year beginning after 1 full year of employment. DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLANS- Midland County offers five deferred compensation plans. Enrollment in one of these plans can be done at any time after the 91st day of employment. RETIREMENT PLAN- The county is a member of the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS). Regular employees are required to become members of TCDRS and are eligible for this benefit immediately upon employment. Employees automatically deposit 7% of their salary. Temporary employees are not eligible to become members of TCDRS. The county matches employee deposits by 200% and interest at retirement. An employee is vested after 8 years of service. An employee may retire with full benefits after 8 years of service and attainment of age 60, or after 30 years of service, or at the time the employee qualifies under the Rule of 75 . The Rule of 75 is defined as when the employee's age combined with years of service (rounded down to whole years) equal to 75 or more. DEATH BENEFIT PLANS- There are two (2) types of death benefit plans provided by Midland County to all employees who participate in the Texas County and District Retirement System.
SUPPLEMENTAL DEATH BENEFITS FUND-If an employee dies, his or her beneficiary will receive a lump sum payment equal to one year's compensation, based on the employee's most recent regular rate of pay for the employee's regular position. SURVIVOR ANNUITY DEATH BENEFIT -To be eligible for this death benefit, the employee must be a participant in T.C.D.R.S. and must have completed at least four (4) years of service with Midland County SOCIAL SECURITY- All employees of the county are covered by social security. The county also contributes to the social security system on behalf of each employee. WORKERS' COMPENSATION-All employees of the county are covered by the workers' compensation insurance program, and the county pays the premium. This coverage provides medical and salary continuation payments to employees who receive bona fide, on-the-job, work-related injuries. LEAVE TIME- Regular full-time county employees are eligible for holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, and other types of released time under certain circumstances. FREE WELLNESS CLINIC- for anyone over the age 3 covered by Midland County's insurance. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAMLONGEVITY PAY
YEARLY-Upon completion of one (1) year of service, each employee receives longevity pay. Longevity pay is paid at a rate of sixty dollars ($60.00) per year of service to the county. This longevity pay is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis.TELADOC SERVICES-as of 1/1/19 This service gives you access to a medical professional via the internet at no charge to the employee. To use this service you must be covered under the County medical plan and register with Teladoc.