Library Assistant IV - Programs & Outreach at Dothan Houston County Library Syst

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Overview

Library Assistant IV - Programs & Outreach at Dothan Houston County Library System, Dothan, AL.

General Statement of Duties

Performs routine general library work related to the direct and / or indirect operation of any DHCLS branch or departmental location, including supervision of staff, organization / shelving of library materials, the provision of informational and circulation services, and instruction of users in the use of library technology, materials, and services. Special projects may also be assigned.

Supervision Received

Works under the general written / oral direction and supervision of the Assistant Director of Programs and Outreach who issues instructions and checks work performed. Requires the ability to perform tasks with minimal supervision. The exercising of independent judgment and initiative is necessary.

Job Duties

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Supervisory skills, communication skills, ability to read and understand English; computer skills, ability to learn and master existing and new technologies; ability to assist public in using hardware / software and other technologies. Must have critical thinking skill. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal direction. Requires the ability to work nights and weekends.

Personal Attributes

Courteous; helpful; demonstrates good judgment; neat personal appearance; natural curiosity; values diversity; detail oriented; creative; problem solver.

Required Experience and Training

High School graduate (or equivalent) and preferably two (2) years’ experience in a related work environment. Preferably 12 months experience as a Library Assistant.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here 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 the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, grasp, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, talk and hear. Hand-eye coordination necessary to operate computers and various office equipment. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop and crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. May require driving to various locations.

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