Library Aide

3 weeks ago

New Haven, United States City of New Haven Full time
Introduction

This vacancy requires the candidate to be fluent in English and Arabic.

If you are considering a career in Library Science, this position is an excellent opportunity to begin getting hands-on experience. It is also perfect for highly motivated students to join the world of public service work in their communities.

The New Haven Free Public Library fosters lifelong learning, inspires curiosity, and builds community through shared access to resources, experiences, and opportunities for all. Our Library IS community.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

This is a paraprofessional position that involves clerical, materials processing, technology support and circulation tasks and other standard library routines such as shelving, registration, and orientation of patrons to collections and services. Schedule of work is 19 hours per week, primarily on weekends, at Ives or at branches

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Answers general queries from the public; refers patrons to other staff as required.
  • Registers customers, updates borrowing records and financial histories.
  • Sorts and files cards, shelves books and other materials alphabetically and by classification.
  • Charges and discharges library materials. Calculates and collects overdue and other charges on library materials.
  • Performs routine clerical duties, including data entry.
  • Performs online accounts receivables and payroll entry.
  • Prepares print and non-print materials for circulation.
  • Supports computer and technology services.
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Graduation from high school; and at least one year experience in library, clerical, technical or customer service work, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the following knowledge, experience, and skills:

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
  • Knowledge of routine office procedures.
  • Knowledge of computer hardware and software.
  • Knowledge of correct English usage, punctuation, spelling, grammar and vocabulary.
  • Knowledge of the Dewey Decimal System.
  • Ability to file alphabetically and numerically.
  • Ability to make basic arithmetic computations.
  • Ability to understand and follow instructions and to learn related clerical and library tasks within a reasonable time.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with library personnel.
  • Ability to work with the general public in a pleasant and professional manner.
  • English/Spanish bilingual highly desirable.
SALARY, BARGAINING UNIT & TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

This is a General Fund, "Non Tested" position.

This part time position is not eligible to receive medical benefits, vacation pay, sick pay, holiday, union membership, or union contractual benefits. Any period of part time employment will not be construed in any way to mean probationary employment. Persons may not be employed in two concurrent part time positions with the City and/or the Board of Education at the same time.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of: (1) a pre-employment background check,and (2) a pre-employment drug screening in accordance with the City's Drug Free Workplace Policy*. Instructions and information on this pre-employment process are included in Conditional Offer of Employment.

Pursuant to the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, The City of New Haven has a adopted a Drug Free Workplace Policy. The City of New Haven requires a pre-employment drug test, which includes screening for marijuana.

Selection Plan

Applications will be reviewed by the Department of Human Resources. Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the minimum requirements as listed within the job description; failure to do so may result in disqualification.

It is critical that you complete the application thoroughly, as the information you provide will be used to ascertain if you are eligible to move forward in the selection process. Your application and resume should indicate that you meet the minimum requirements as listed. This information may be used to determine the eligibility list. Submissions may be evaluated prior to a posted closing date, and a hiring decision may be made prior to the removal of the job posting.

Information regarding the employment and selection process can be found HERE.

Please note that the only method of communication with applicants for this position will be by email. You must provide a valid, working email address and you will need to monitor your email, including spam/junk folders, for correspondence from the New Haven Human Resources Department.

We reserve the right to extend an application deadline or close a job posting early to ensure we can attract and identify the best candidate(s) for a position.

Conclusion

To apply for this opportunity:
  • Complete your User Registration. You are encouraged to save your Applicant Profile for future use.
  • You MUST click on the job posting you are interested in, and click Apply or Apply Online from within that posting.
  • MAKE SURE the job you are applying for is named at the top of the page as you review your application
  • Review or modify your application for that position
  • Click "Ready to Send App" or the "Send" tab; read page and click the attestation
  • Click "Send to City of New Haven"
  • You will be redirected to "CONFIRMATION OF EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION SUBMISSION"
  • You will also receive an email and text, if a number was provided, confirming your submission
  • If you do not receive this confirmation in the next 24 hours, your application has not been submitted - please contact us at NHJobs@newhavenct.gov

Please Note, your Profile is NOT an application for an open position. After you create your Applicant Profile, you must still click on a Job Title and complete the application as instructed for each position.

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