Industry: Government Administration
Company Size: 1,001-5,000 employees

Yuma County

Savvy Admin PROD

**Job Summary**

~~**This position is advertised from the minimum to the mid-point hourly rate. Salary will be determined based on education and experience at the time of offer.** ~~**NATURE OF WORK**

Under close supervision, performs library work of moderate difficulty in one of the divisions or branches of the library; this position has department specific responsibility. Hours may vary (Monday – Saturday) depending on the needs of the Library District.

Nature of Work

~~(Illustrative Only)~~

**Circulation Duties And Responsibilities**

Checks materials in and out; handles fees and fines; issues library cards; assists patrons with their needs; responds to complaints; assists with library services as practiced in public libraries; collects statistics; develops, conducts and records virtual programming (i.e. story time, crafts, robotics, STEAM programming and emerging technology); shelves books and materials; unpacks and packs boxes of books returned from or to be returned to other library agencies; updates computer records on library materials and orders as needed; organizes and conducts library and activities; may promote public library services to the local community; may be assigned to work in other library branches and divisions.

**Administration Duties And Responsibilities**

Acts as the point of contact for all incoming calls for the Library District’s main number; answer basic reference questions.

**Information Services (Computer Access/ILL/Homebound) Duties And Responsibilities**

Assists the public with computer access and in the periodicals area of the Information Services Division; instructs patrons in use of equipment (i.e. PCs, media equipment) and resources; maintains patron files and contact patrons when books are overdue; monitors the Home Bound patron records; may assist with PC classes; requests and fills library loans from other libraries.

**Teen/Spanish Outreach Duties And Responsibilities**

Assists with teen or Spanish services as practiced in public libraries; assists with teen or Spanish activities and materials; organizes and conducts library tours and activities and programming for teens and Spanish outreach; coordinates special events for Teens or Spanish speakers.

**Youth Services Duties And Responsibilities**

Assists with Youth Services activities and materials; assists with purchasing materials for the library; collects statistics and enter the information on database; responsible in updating the branch calendar; coordinates special events for Youth (i.e. Summer Reading Program, Weeding and Library tours); maintains automated and manual files; may provide coverage in other divisions within the Library Branch; regular and reliable attendance is required; performs other duties as assigned.

Experience and Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent; AND one (1) year of experience performing clerical duties, and customer services; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience; must possess or have the ability to obtain a fingerprint Clearance Card; requires successful completion of a background check.

**Knowledge, Skills And Abilities**

Knowledge of: Yuma County and Department policies and procedures and functions; techniques of library operations; the Dewey Decimal System; children’s services as practiced in public libraries; books and authors; circulation functions appropriate to branch library and circulation procedures

Skill in: using office machines, and automated systems; business English, spelling and arithmetic; providing effective customer-oriented service; handling irate patrons and tense situations; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public; communicating verbally and in writing; following written instructions.

Ability to: effectively respond to phone calls, emails and complaints in a timely manner; plan, prioritizes, manages and responds to multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment; ability to use modern office equipment and computers; ability to communicate effectively verbally and written; ability to lift up to 40 lbs; perform the essential functions of the job specifications with or without a reasonable accommodation.

**Working Environment**

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 60% sitting, 20% walking and 20% standing. Working at a computer monitor for extended periods required. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and in a generally hazard free environment and may have risk of exposure to communicable diseases.

**EOE/AA/ADAAA/M/F/V/D DRUG FREE WORKPLACE**

**Medical Coverage Category**

The YCEBT is a self-funded medical plan administered by BlueCross BlueShield of Arizona (BCBSAZ). The employee is able to select from three (3) medical plan options with six (6) tiers that will best suit the employee's needs, dependents or families.

Plan Option 1: Preferred Provider Option A (PPO) or PPO A 1100 deductible. Employees who participate in the "Wellness Incentive" will receive a $30 monthly premium reduction by completing three steps.

Plan Option 2: Preferred Provider Option B (PPO) or PPO B 1,500 deductible. Employees who participate in the "Wellness Incentive" will receive a $30 monthly premium reduction by completing three steps.

Plan Option 3: High Deductible High Plan - Health Savings Account (HDHP-HSA) with a 1700 deductible. Employees who participate in the “ Wellness Incentive” will receive a $30 monthly premium reduction by completing three steps.

Employer contributes a total of $800.04 to employees Health Savings Account. If employees select Employee only and participate in the “ Wellness Incentive” employees can receive up to 360.00 contribution to a Limited Purpose FSA card to be used for medical or dental purposes.

Southwest Service Administrator (SSA) Mexico PPO Health Plan: SSA is available to employees who are enrolled in YCEBT Medical PPO Plan A and PPO Plan B. The SSA Plan pays 100% of hospital, medical, laboratory and prescription drug benefits, to a maximum of $5,000 per person per calendar year ($10,000 for two or more family members).

This position may be retirement eligible, if you have any questions contact Recruitment division at 928-373-1013 or visit https://www.yumacountyaz.gov/government/human-resources/benefits/retirement for more information.

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Library Assistant I - Information Services (Main) (Grade 7)

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