Friday, April 14, 2017

Library Aide, Part Time - New Haven Free Public Library

Library Aide, Part Time - New Haven Free Public Library. Salary Minimum: $13.60 per hour. REMOVAL DATE: April 24, 2017. Copy of posting available HERE. NATURE OF WORK: 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. Work is performed under the supervision of a higher-level library staff member. Schedule of work is 19 hours per week, primarily on weekends, at Ives or at branches. These vacancies may have an emphasis on technology. Work may include general computer instruction and requires knowledge of various Windows programs, as well as teaching experience. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Graduation from high school; and at least one year experience in library, clerical, technical or customer service work, or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities as stated in the job description, including but not limited to: 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; knowledge of various Windows programs as well as teaching experience. INSTRUCTIONS: In order to be considered for this title, you must submit an Application during the posting period.