Library Assistant

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Library Assistant to join our team at the City of Clovis, NM. As a key member of our library staff, you will be responsible for providing exceptional reference services to our patrons, assisting with technical services, and contributing to the overall success of our library.

• Provide Reference Services: Assist patrons in research, reader's advisory, and the use of library equipment, including computers, the Internet, materials, and files.
• Maintain Reference Materials: Maintain reference and genealogical materials as required by the library or New Mexico State Library.
• Assist at the Circulation Desk: Assist at the circulation desk, compile statistical information on reference desk operations and activities, and schedule exhibits in display cases.
• Provide Information and Support: Provide information to other personnel about new materials received in the reference collection, where they are located, and what types of questions each will answer.
• Maintain the Periodical Collection: Maintain the periodical collection, display shelves, and storage area.
• Oversee Public Use of Equipment: Oversee and assist the public in the use of computers, copiers, and printers.
• Assist with Shelving and Weeding: Assist in shelving and shelf reading, and the weeding and maintenance of the reference and nonfiction collection.
• Contribute to Department Goals: Assist in the attainment of department goals and objectives related to master, strategic, and comprehensive plans.
• Communicate Effectively: Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with city staff and the public.

• Education: Equivalent to a high school diploma plus three (3) years of library experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that would likely produce the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Certification: Certification by the State of New Mexico at Grade II level or equivalent library training is required within one (1) year.

• Municipal Organization Operations: Knowledge of municipal organization operations, policies, and procedures.
• Public Library Systems: Knowledge of principles and practices of public library systems.
• Books and Authors: Knowledge of books, authors, periodicals, references, cataloging principles, and current and emerging models, practices, and tools used by public libraries for the access and discover-ability of resources.
• Dewey Decimal System: Knowledge of the Dewey Decimal System, OCLC, and cataloging materials in specialized categories.
• Searching and Information Retrieval: Knowledge of searching and information retrieval techniques and methods.
• Customer Service: Knowledge of customer service techniques.

• Standing and Sitting: Stand or sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Lifting and Carrying: Lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight.
• Manual Dexterity: Use repetitive hand movements, fine coordination, and manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment and computer systems.
• Speech and Hearing: Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing to permit the employee to discern verbal instructions, use a phone, and communicate with others.
• Visual Acuity: Sufficient visual acuity to comprehend written work instructions and review, evaluate, and prepare a variety of written materials.

• Office and Library Setting: Work typically performed in a standard office and library setting with occasional travel to various sites and facilities.
• Regular Attendance: Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services.
• Occasional Work Beyond Normal Hours: Occasional work beyond normal business hours.
• Position Requirements: Position is subject to drug testing and regular driver's license monitoring in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations and City of Clovis policies.