Wednesday, February 26, 2014
Senior Library Assistant, Full-time (G-IV) - Hartford Public Library
Senior Library Assistant, Full-time (G-IV) - Hartford Public Library
seeks creative and flexible individual to support library services.
Responsibilities: is responsible for selecting, purchasing and receiving
media orders using software to create and track orders and payments,
vendor relations, and promotion of materials via the web and social
media in addition to other library duties as described in the detailed
job description. Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts or Science; valid CT
driver’s license. Minimum of 2 years of technical and/or clerical
experience relevant to the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Experience with library software desirable. Previous library experience
preferred with a background in film history or building film
collections. Hartford Public Library requires a Criminal Background
Check and Pre-employment Drug Testing on applicants who are selected as a
finalist for the position. Applicants will be provided a copy of any
positive drug test results. A criminal record does not necessarily
eliminate you from employment with Hartford Public Library. Each
conviction will be reviewed with respect to the offense, circumstances,
seriousness and the position for which you apply. E.O.E. Job
description and application are available online at www.hplct.org or Administrative Offices, Hartford Public Library, 500 Main Street, Hartford, CT 06103. Applications accepted till March 21, 2014.
General Statement: The Senior Library Assistant provides effective
access to resources, information and ideas, and supports the Mission and
the Core Values of the Hartford Public Library. Essential Job
Functions: Provide quality service by assisting customers in the use of
library resources. Participate in the development and maintenance of the
collection. May plan and direct or carry out special projects. May
conduct programs and classes. Participate on a Neighborhood Team.
General responsibility for maintaining student assistant standards, and
may supervise Student Assistants. Performs other duties as required,
including clerical tasks as needed. Minimum Job Qualification Standards:
Demonstrated commitment to customer service. Ability to work
independently in a team environment. Ability to interact with a diverse
population. Ability to present ideas effectively, orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with
customers, staff and community groups. Computer literacy. Minimum
Requirements: Education: Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science.
Experience: Minimum 2 years of technical and /or clerical experience
relevant to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Schedule:
The normal work schedule Includes day, evening and weekend hours.