Library Safety Assistant - Part-time

Ann Arbor District Library•Ann Arbor, MI

2d•$21•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Safety Lead, and the supervision of the Safety Supervisor, the Library Safety Assistant patrols the buildings, parking lots, and grounds to assure a safe and secure environment for patrons and staff. This position includes working evening and/or weekend hours NOTE: This position requires up to 60 hours of paid, supervised training.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or six or more months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (Applicant must be 18 or older unless high school diploma or GED has been obtained.)
Excellent public service attitude.
Punctuality and dependability.
Ability to understand and follow detailed instructions.
Ability to communicate clearly and efficiently with patrons, visitors, staff and vendors.
Ability to assume responsibility and work well without close supervision after receiving instructions.
Ability to work under stressful conditions, exercise good judgment, and act quickly in emergencies.
Proficiency in the use of computers with a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to bend, reach, walk, stand, climb stairs, and lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance.

Responsibilities

Continually monitors the Library’s buildings and grounds and enforces the Library’s Rules of Behavior.
Monitors staff areas for trespassers.
Monitors the buildings to assure compliance with governmental regulations and reports any violations to the Safety Supervisor.
Reports damage to the buildings, furnishings or equipment.
Maintains safety after hours for meetings, or when repair work is scheduled.
Serves as a greeter to patrons entering the Library.
Responds to emergencies and provides support as needed.
Writes detailed incident reports.
Operates the Library’s automated telephone switchboard to direct incoming calls and performs duties associated with the shipping and receiving office while serving in this capacity.
Required to be on site for all work
Maintains a prompt and reliable attendance record.