Library Assistant Job at City of Des Moines, IA, Des Moines, IA

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  • City of Des Moines, IA
  • Des Moines, IA

Job Description

Salary: $27.25 Hourly

Location : Des Moines, IA

Job Type: Regular Half-Time

Job Number: 7165-12-2024

Department: Library

Opening Date: 12/19/2024

Closing Date: 12/27/2024 4:00 PM Central

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit: Unit 11

Occupational Group: Non-Civil Service

Location of Vacancy: Forest Avenue Library

Recruitment: Entrance

Selection Method: To Apply:Send resume and letter of application to Deputy Director Jon Hobbs (jthobbs@dmpl.org), 1000 Grand Ave., Des Moines, Iowa 50309. Applications from candidates must be received by 5:00 pm, Friday, December 27, 2024. Unofficial transcripts will be requested at the time of an interview. Current employees or those who have applied in the last year who have their transcript and resume on file do not need to resubmit those two items at this time. However, you must contact Jon Hobbs via email or hard copy of interest in this position before the closing date and time. Applicants deemed most qualified based on qualifications may be contacted for an interview. Qualified applicants who need reasonable accommodation must inform City HR at (515) 283-4213 or TTY at Iowa Relay at 711 or 1-800-735-2942 at time of application.

Distinguishing Features of the Class


Under the direction of a Senior Librarian, provides excellent customer service to the community along with information and readers' advisory services. Hosts library programs for Spanish speaking residents. Does related professional and clerical work as required. This position is twenty (20) hours per week and requires regular evening and weekend hours.

Acceptable Experience and Training
•Bachelor's degree from an accredited college.
•Excellent customer service skills with all ages.
•Experience in a public library setting is desired.
•Bilingual Spanish/English spoken and written language skills.

Required Special Qualifications


Candidates for positions in this class must pass a post-employment offer physical examination, drug screen, and background check.

To Apply:
Send resume and letter of application to Deputy Director Jon Hobbs (), 1000 Grand Ave., Des Moines, Iowa 50309. Applications from candidates must be received by 5:00 pm, Friday, December 27, 2024. Unofficial transcripts will be requested at the time of an interview.

Current employees or those who have applied in the last year who have their transcript and resume on file do not need to resubmit those two items at this time. However, you must contact Jon Hobbs via email or hard copy of interest in this position before the closing date and time.

Essential Physical Abilities:
•Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing to be able to communicate effectively.
•Sufficient vision to be able to produce and review a wide variety of reports and related materials in both electronic and hard copy form.
•Sufficient manual dexterity to be able to access relevant library materials and operate a keyboard.
•Sufficient mobility to be able to transport materials and equipment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
•Knowledge of library policies and procedures.
•Knowledge of a broad range of reference and readers' advisory materials.
•Knowledge of general clerical methods and procedures.
•Skill in using current library technology and automated systems.
•Skill in selecting appropriate materials for patrons of all ages.
•Skill in interpreting library resources and services to the public.
•Ability to keep records and files and compile reports.
•Ability to assist in instructing and training support staff.
•Ability to work in a team environment.
•Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with others.
•Ability to provide outstanding customer service.
•Ability to stoop and reach well enough to retrieve materials from the shelves.

Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only)
•Uses English and Spanish, both in verbal and written communications appropriately to library users.
•Interviews library users carefully to determine what information is required and provides clear, accurate and timely answers to all inquiries.
•Answers information and readers' advisory questions in-person, by phone, and by electronic means.
•Uses social media as directed to promote library services and activities.
•Trains patrons in use of online catalog and various databases.
•Checks out and receives materials.
•Manages interactions with difficult customers with tact and diplomacy.
•Prepares bibliographies and participates in collection development.
•Participates in planning and organizing work within the department.
•Presents programs, book talks and library tours.
•Assists in planning displays and exhibits.
•Reads professional literature and attends conferences to keep informed of developing library practices and issues. City of Des Moines, IA

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Part time, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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